Is Queso Viejo Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Valle De San Juan
Queso Viejo is a dairy from Valle De San Juan. 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 E 1105, E 202, E 235.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes milk from multiple sources and several additives. The presence of E-1105 as a preservative raises concerns about synthetic additives, impacting the overall quality assessment.
Main concern
Includes E-1105, a synthetic preservative derived from egg, raising 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 a blend of cow, sheep, and goat milk, providing a diverse flavor profile.
- Fermented with lactic cultures, which can enhance taste and texture.
Concerns
- Includes E-1105, a synthetic preservative derived from egg, raising quality concerns.
- Cortex contains multiple preservatives (E-202, E-235) and colorants (E-172, E-153), indicating a highly processed product.
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 Cow Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Cow Milk is used here as base. Cow milk serves as the primary ingredient, contributing to the cheese's texture and flavor. Its quality is generally high when sourced properly.
Role in formula: base
Original: Leche crudla de vaca (min.70%)
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Is Sheep Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Sheep Milk is used here as base. Sheep milk adds richness and depth to the cheese's flavor profile, enhancing its overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: oveja (min. 15%)
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Is Goat Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Goat Milk is used here as base. Goat milk contributes a distinct tanginess to the cheese, complementing the flavors from cow and sheep milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: cabra (min.5%)
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is essential for flavor enhancement and preservation in cheese, contributing to its overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Rennet safe in this dairy?
Good
Rennet is used here as coagulating_agent. Rennet is crucial for curd formation in cheese-making, ensuring proper texture and consistency.
Role in formula: coagulating_agent
Original: cuajo
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Is Lactic Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Lactic Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Lactic cultures aid in fermentation, enhancing flavor and texture while contributing to the cheese's character.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: fermentos lácticos
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Is E 509 safe in this dairy?
Medium
E 509 is used here as stabilizer. E-509 is a stabilizer that helps maintain texture but raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: estabilizante E-509
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Is E 1105 safe in this dairy?
Bad
E 1105 is used here as preservative. E-1105 is a synthetic preservative derived from egg, which raises quality concerns regarding synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservante E-1105 (derivado del huevo)
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Is E 202 safe in this dairy?
Bad
E 202 is used here as preservative. E-202 is a synthetic preservative that can raise concerns about the overall quality and safety of the product.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E-202
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Is E 235 safe in this dairy?
Bad
E 235 is used here as preservative. E-235 is a synthetic preservative that may pose quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E-235
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Is E 172 safe in this dairy?
Bad
E 172 is used here as colorant. E-172 is an artificial colorant that raises concerns about the use of synthetic additives in food products.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E-172
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Is E 153 safe in this dairy?
Bad
E 153 is used here as colorant. E-153 is another artificial colorant that contributes to the processed nature of the cheese, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E-153
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: 3556532
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Allergens detected: egg
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