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Is Raw Peeled Argentinian Prawns Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Aldi Specially Selected

Raw Peeled Argentinian Prawns is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Aldi Specially Selected. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Metabisulphite affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes Argentine Red Shrimp and sodium metabisulphite as an antioxidant. The presence of sodium metabisulphite raises concerns about synthetic additives, impacting the overall safety assessment.

Main concern

Sodium metabisulphite is a synthetic antioxidant that may raise concerns about additives.

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

  • Argentine Red Shrimp is a natural seafood source, providing essential nutrients.
  • The product is free from artificial flavors and colors, indicating a more natural composition.

Concerns

  • Sodium metabisulphite is a synthetic antioxidant that may raise concerns about additives.
  • Potential allergen for crustacean-sensitive individuals, which could limit consumer safety.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

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

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

  • Is Argentine Red Shrimp safe in this food?

    Good

    Argentine Red Shrimp is used here as base. Argentine Red Shrimp is a natural seafood ingredient, providing protein and essential nutrients. Its quality is generally high, contributing positively to the product's overall safety.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Argentine Red Shrimp (Pleoticus muelleri) (Crustacean)

  • Is Sodium Metabisulphite safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sodium Metabisulphite is used here as preservative. Sodium metabisulphite is a synthetic antioxidant used to prevent spoilage. While effective, it raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential allergic reactions.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: Antioxidant: Sodium Metabisulphite

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Metabisulphite

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: 3854616

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Allergens detected: crustacean

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Frequently asked questions

We detected: crustacean. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Aldi Specially Selected — Raw Peeled Argentinian Prawns has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: argentine red shrimp. See the Ingredients section above.
Aldi Specially Selected — Raw Peeled Argentinian Prawns has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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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.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
The composition includes Argentine Red Shrimp and sodium metabisulphite as an antioxidant. The presence of sodium metabisulphite raises concerns about synthetic additives, impacting the overall safety assessment. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Argentine Red Shrimp is a natural seafood source, providing essential nutrients.; The product is free from artificial flavors and colors, indicating a more natural composition.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium metabisulphite is a synthetic antioxidant that may raise concerns about additives.; Potential allergen for crustacean-sensitive individuals, which could limit consumer safety.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.

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