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Is Quake Overload Black Forest Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Jack N Jill

Jack N Jill's Quake Overload Black Forest is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on High Fructose Glucose, Polyglycerol Esters, Polysorbate.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The product contains several synthetic additives such as potassium sorbate and artificial flavors, indicating a highly processed composition with significant quality concerns.

Main concern

Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.

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 glycerine, which acts as a humectant, helping to retain moisture in the cake.
  • Includes xanthan gum, a stabilizer that improves texture and consistency in baked goods.

Concerns

  • Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
  • Artificial flavors and colors, such as Carmoisine and FD&C Red #40, indicate a reliance on synthetic ingredients, which may affect quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3916447

More from this brand: Jack N Jill products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , soy

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Frequently asked questions

We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Jack N Jill — Quake Overload Black Forest has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Jack N Jill products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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 notes: Contains glycerine, which acts as a humectant, helping to retain moisture in the cake.; Includes xanthan gum, a stabilizer that improves texture and consistency in baked goods.. See the Pros section above.
Jack N Jill — Quake Overload Black Forest has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.; Artificial flavors and colors, such as Carmoisine and FD&C Red #40, indicate a reliance on synthetic ingredients, which may affect quality.. 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, soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.; Artificial flavors and colors, such as Carmoisine and FD&C Red #40, indicate a reliance on synthetic ingredients, which may affect quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: wheat flour, eggs, cocoa. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Main concerns for this product: Presence of potassium sorbate as a preservative raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.; Artificial flavors and colors, such as Carmoisine and FD&C Red #40, indicate a reliance on synthetic ingredients, which may affect quality.. See the full list above.

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