Queso In A Can product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Queso In A Can Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Kraft Foods

Queso In A Can is a food from Kraft Foods. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbic Acid.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and sodium citrate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sorbic acid as a preservative also indicates a processed nature.

Main concern

Canola oil is a refined oil, raising concerns about processing and potential health impacts.

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 cheddar cheese, providing a source of dairy flavor and texture.
  • Includes lactic acid, which can enhance the tangy flavor profile.
  • Annatto extract is a natural colorant, contributing to the product's visual appeal.
  • Sorbic acid serves as a preservative, helping to extend shelf life.

Concerns

  • Canola oil is a refined oil, raising concerns about processing and potential health impacts.
  • Sodium citrate and sodium phosphate are synthetic additives that may indicate a highly processed product.
  • Whey protein concentrate and milk protein concentrate are processed dairy ingredients, which may not appeal to all consumers.
  • The presence of multiple preservatives suggests a lack of freshness in the product.

Who should avoid this product?

This food may not be the best fit for:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3215750

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Kraft Foods — Queso In A Can has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
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Kraft Foods — Queso In A Can has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Kraft Foods products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, cheddar cheese, salt. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and sodium citrate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sorbic acid as a preservative also indicates a processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains cheddar cheese, providing a source of dairy flavor and texture.; Includes lactic acid, which can enhance the tangy flavor profile.; Annatto extract is a natural colorant, contributing to the product's visual appeal.. See the Pros section above.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.

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