Processed Cheese Slices product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Processed Cheese Slices Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Woolworths

Processed Cheese Slices is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Woolworths. The product scores 45/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Fully Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Carrageenan, Sorbic Acid affect the overall evaluation.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes several processed ingredients such as fully hydrogenated coconut oil and carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of synthetic preservatives like sorbic acid further indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

Fully hydrogenated coconut oil is a processed fat that raises health concerns.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Contains cheese (57%), providing some dairy content.
  • Natural color (carotene) is used for coloring, which is a better alternative to synthetic dyes.

Concerns

  • Fully hydrogenated coconut oil is a processed fat that raises health concerns.
  • Carrageenan is a thickener linked to digestive issues in some individuals.
  • Sorbic acid is a synthetic preservative that may raise quality concerns.
  • The high percentage of milk solids and salt may indicate a heavily processed product.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 4251341

More from this brand: Woolworths products in Zerotox

Similar products: dairy in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

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Our analysis notes: Contains cheese (57%), providing some dairy content.; Natural color (carotene) is used for coloring, which is a better alternative to synthetic dyes.. See the Pros section above.
The composition includes several processed ingredients such as fully hydrogenated coconut oil and carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of synthetic preservatives like sorbic acid further indicates a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Woolworths — Processed Cheese Slices has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Woolworths products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product scores 45 / 100 mainly because of: Fully hydrogenated coconut oil is a processed fat that raises health concerns.; Carrageenan is a thickener linked to digestive issues in some individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: Fully hydrogenated coconut oil is a processed fat that raises health concerns.; Carrageenan is a thickener linked to digestive issues in some individuals.; Sorbic acid is a synthetic preservative that may raise quality concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.

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