Red Pepper Spread product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Red Pepper Spread Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Gaea

Red Pepper Spread is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Gaea. 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 Sugar affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes red pepper (83%) and extra virgin olive oil (8.5%), but also contains sugar and thickener, raising concerns about added sugars and processing.

Main concern

Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.

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

  • High red pepper content (83%) indicates a strong flavor base and potential natural benefits.
  • Extra virgin olive oil (8.5%) is a good source of healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall quality.

Concerns

  • Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.
  • Guar gum as a thickener may indicate some level of processing, which can detract from the overall natural quality.

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.

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: 3967987

More from this brand: Gaea products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Gaea — Red Pepper Spread 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Gaea — Red Pepper Spread has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: red pepper, extra virgin olive oil, water. See the Ingredients section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
The composition includes red pepper (83%) and extra virgin olive oil (8.5%), but also contains sugar and thickener, raising concerns about added sugars and processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.; Guar gum as a thickener may indicate some level of processing, which can detract from the overall natural quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Gaea — Red Pepper Spread has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Gaea products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Our analysis notes: High red pepper content (83%) indicates a strong flavor base and potential natural benefits.; Extra virgin olive oil (8.5%) is a good source of healthy fats, contributing positively to the overall quality.. See the Pros section above.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.

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