Is Raspberry Spritz Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cremissimo
Cremissimo's Raspberry Spritz 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 Carrageenan, Aromas.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes raspberry purée and lemon juice, but also contains glucose-fructose syrup and carrageenan, raising concerns about synthetic additives and processing.
Main concern
Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content 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
- Raspberry purée (24%) provides natural fruit flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
- Lemon juice from concentrate (13%) adds acidity and freshness, enhancing the flavor complexity.
Concerns
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
- Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals, indicating a quality concern.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Raspberry Puree safe in this food?
Good
Raspberry Puree is used here as base. Raspberry purée is a natural ingredient that provides flavor and color, supporting the product's fruit-based profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Raspberry purée (24%)
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent and base for the product, essential for achieving the desired consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this food?
Medium
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar levels, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose-fructose syrup
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to overall sugar content, which may be a concern.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Lemon Juice From Concentrate safe in this food?
Good
Lemon Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice adds acidity and freshness, enhancing the flavor profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lemon juice from lemon juice concentrate (13%)
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice From Concentrate
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this food?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can increase sugar content, raising potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Guar Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is a thickening agent that helps maintain texture but may raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisers (guar gum, locust bean gum, tara gum, pectins, carrageen)
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Is Locust Bean Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Locust Bean Gum is used here as stabilizer. Locust bean gum is a natural thickener that helps improve texture but is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisers (guar gum, locust bean gum, tara gum, pectins, carrageen)
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Is Tara Gum safe in this food?
Medium
Tara Gum is used here as stabilizer. Tara gum is a thickening agent that aids in texture but is a processed ingredient, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisers (guar gum, locust bean gum, tara gum, pectins, carrageen)
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Is Pectins safe in this food?
Medium
Pectins is used here as stabilizer. Pectins are natural gelling agents that help maintain consistency but are derived from processed sources.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisers (guar gum, locust bean gum, tara gum, pectins, carrageen)
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Is Carrageenan safe in this food?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as stabilizer. Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: carrageen
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Is Beetroot Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Good
Beetroot Juice Concentrate is used here as colorant. Beetroot juice concentrate is a natural colorant that enhances visual appeal without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: beetroot juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Beetroot Juice Concentrate
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Is Aromas safe in this food?
Bad
Aromas is used here as flavor. Aromas are often synthetic flavorings that can raise concerns about artificial additives in the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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Is Hydrolysed Pea Protein safe in this food?
Medium
Hydrolysed Pea Protein is used here as base. Hydrolysed pea protein is a processed ingredient that adds protein but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: hydrolysed pea protein
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this food?
Good
Ascorbic Acid is used here as acidulant. Ascorbic acid is a natural antioxidant that helps preserve freshness and color, contributing positively to quality.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidity regulator (ascorbic acid)
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: 4206098
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