Is Queso Untable Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Sigma Alimentos
Queso Untable is a dairy from Sigma Alimentos. 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 Polyphosphate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium polyphosphate and citric acid, which are processed additives. This raises concerns about the overall quality and safety of the product.
Main concern
Sodium polyphosphate is a synthetic additive that raises quality 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 whole milk cheese, providing a source of dairy.
- Includes lactic cultures, which can contribute to flavor and texture.
Concerns
- Sodium polyphosphate is a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.
- Citric acid, while common, indicates some level of processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This dairy 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 dairy so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a base for the product, contributing to its texture and consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Agua
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Is Whole Milk Cheese safe in this dairy?
Medium
Whole Milk Cheese is used here as base. Whole milk cheese is a dairy product that adds flavor and creaminess, but its processing level can vary.
Role in formula: base
Original: quesos (leche entera pasteurizada de vaca)
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, though excessive amounts can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Lactic Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Lactic Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Lactic cultures contribute to fermentation, enhancing flavor and texture while providing potential probiotic benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: cultivos lacticos
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Is Enzymes safe in this dairy?
Medium
Enzymes is used here as flavor. Enzymes are used in cheese production to aid in texture and flavor development, but their source and processing can vary.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: enzimas
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Is Sodium Polyphosphate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sodium Polyphosphate is used here as emulsifier. Sodium polyphosphate is a synthetic additive used for emulsification, raising concerns about its health implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: polifosfato de sodio
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor and preservation, but its presence indicates some level of processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acido citrico
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, though excessive amounts can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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: 3208358
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Allergens detected: milk
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