Reese's Outrageous! product image with 30/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Reese's Outrageous! Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Uncle Bob's

Uncle Bob's's Reese's Outrageous! is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Carrageenan, Propylene Glycol, Caramel Color.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as potassium sorbate and TBHQ, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colors like Yellow 5 and Red 40 Lake further indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

Contains potassium sorbate, a synthetic preservative that raises safety 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 milkfat and nonfat milk, which provide a creamy texture.
  • Includes peanuts, contributing to flavor and texture.
  • Uses sodium bicarbonate, which helps with leavening and texture.
  • Incorporates guar gum, a natural thickener that improves consistency.

Concerns

  • Contains potassium sorbate, a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
  • Includes multiple artificial colors like Yellow 5 and Red 40 Lake, indicating high processing.
  • Contains TBHQ, a synthetic antioxidant linked to potential health risks.
  • Uses partially hydrogenated oils, which are associated with negative health implications.

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.

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: 3466371

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Allergens detected: peanut , milk

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Uncle Bob's — Reese's Outrageous! 30 / 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.
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as potassium sorbate and TBHQ, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colors like Yellow 5 and Red 40 Lake further indicates a highly processed product. 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.
Uncle Bob's — Reese's Outrageous! has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Uncle Bob's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Uncle Bob's — Reese's Outrageous! has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 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.
Uncle Bob's — Reese's Outrageous! has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: milkfat and nonfat milk, whey, guar gum. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
We detected: peanut, milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Contains potassium sorbate, a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.; Includes multiple artificial colors like Yellow 5 and Red 40 Lake, indicating high processing.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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