Is Raspberry Cheesecake 190g Jacobs Selected Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Unil
Unil's Raspberry Cheesecake 190g Jacobs Selected is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Gelatin, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and gelatin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of preservatives like potassium sorbate (E202) indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, including sugar and glucose syrup, 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 fresh cheese and sour milk, which provide a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes raspberry puree, adding natural fruit flavor and some nutritional value.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including sugar and glucose syrup, raises health concerns.
- Contains gelatin, a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
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 food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Fresh Cheese safe in this food?
Medium
Fresh Cheese is used here as base. Fresh cheese provides a creamy base for the cheesecake, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Ferskost
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Is Cream safe in this food?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and smoothness to the texture, but it is a high-fat ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: fløte
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient in baked goods, providing structure but is refined and lacks fiber.
Role in formula: base
Original: hvetemel
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary sweetener in this product, contributing to high calorie content and potential health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil (coconut, shea, rapeseed) is used for texture but may contain unhealthy fats depending on the source.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetabilsk olje (kokos, shea, raps)
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Is Gelatin safe in this food?
Bad
Gelatin is used here as stabilizer. Gelatin is a processed ingredient used for texture but may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: gelatin
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Is Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickening agent, which is acceptable but adds to the processed nature of the product.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: potetstivelse
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Is Raspberry Puree safe in this food?
Good
Raspberry Puree is used here as flavor. Raspberry puree adds natural fruit flavor and some vitamins, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: bringebærpuré
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this food?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmiddel e202
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: 4046145
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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