Is Real Creme Zum Dippen Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Hellmann's
Real Creme Zum Dippen is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Hellmann's. 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 Flavorings, Calcium Disodium Edta affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes 78% vegetable oils and 6% eggs, with calcium disodium EDTA as a synthetic antioxidant. The presence of synthetic additives raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic antioxidant that raises concerns about synthetic 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
- Contains 78% vegetable oils, which are generally considered healthier fats.
- Includes lemon juice concentrate, providing a natural flavor component.
- Eggs are sourced from free-range farms, indicating better animal welfare standards.
Concerns
- Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic antioxidant that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Contains added sugar, which may not be favorable for those monitoring sugar intake.
- The presence of flavorings may indicate a lack of transparency regarding the exact ingredients used.
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 sauce condiment.
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a vegetable oil used as a primary ingredient, providing a source of healthy fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: Raps
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is another vegetable oil that contributes to the overall fat content, generally considered a healthier option.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumen
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water serves as a solvent in this product, helping to blend the ingredients effectively.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Trinkwasser
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Is Eggs safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Eggs is used here as base. Eggs provide protein and contribute to the texture and richness of the product, sourced from free-range farms.
Role in formula: base
Original: EIER
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Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor, but its processing raises some concerns about quality.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Branntweinessig/Weingeistessig
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk enhances the creaminess and flavor, sourced from free-range eggs.
Role in formula: base
Original: EIGELB
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be favorable for those monitoring sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in condiments.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds a natural citrus flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Flavorings safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings are often synthetic and lack transparency regarding their exact composition, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aromen
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Is Calcium Disodium Edta safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Calcium Disodium Edta is used here as preservative. Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve freshness, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Antioxidationsmittel (Calcium-Dinatrium-EDTA)
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: 3432029
More from this brand: Hellmann's products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: egg
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