Is Rekecabaret 300g Fiskemannen Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Unil
This page reviews Rekecabaret 300g Fiskemannen by Unil as a food. Its current score is 55/100, suggesting that it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sodium Benzoate, Aroma, Flavor Enhancer.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The product contains several synthetic additives such as sodium benzoate (E211) and artificial colors (E120, E160c), indicating a highly processed composition with quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains sodium benzoate (E211), a synthetic preservative that raises quality 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 fish and shrimp, providing seafood options.
- Includes vegetables like peas and carrots, adding some nutritional variety.
Concerns
- Contains sodium benzoate (E211), a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns.
- Includes artificial colors (E120, E160c), which are synthetic additives with potential health implications.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a primary component in the aspic, providing moisture and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Gelatin safe in this food?
Medium
Gelatin is used here as base. Gelatin is derived from animal sources and is used to create the aspic's structure, raising concerns for those avoiding animal products.
Role in formula: base
Original: gelatin (av svin)
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, though excessive consumption can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract adds umami flavor but may contain MSG or similar compounds, which can be problematic for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: gjærekstrakt
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative used to inhibit microbial growth, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmiddel (e211)
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to overall sugar content, which can be a concern for health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Aroma safe in this food?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is a vague term that can refer to various flavoring agents, raising concerns about the nature of these additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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Is Dextrose safe in this food?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar used for sweetness and texture but can contribute to overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dekstrose
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, commonly used in food products.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhetsregulerende middel e330
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds flavor and has potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hvitløk
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Is Peas safe in this food?
Good
Peas is used here as base. Peas provide fiber and nutrients, enhancing the product's overall nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: erter
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Is Carrots safe in this food?
Good
Carrots is used here as base. Carrots add color and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: gulrøtter
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Is Fish safe in this food?
Good
Fish is used here as base. Fish is a source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for health.
Role in formula: base
Original: fisk
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Is Milk safe in this food?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk adds creaminess and flavor but may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: melk
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Tapioca starch is used as a thickening agent, providing texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: tapiokastivelse
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as oil_fat. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil, though concerns exist regarding processing methods.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: rapsolje
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Is Egg White safe in this food?
Medium
Egg White is used here as base. Egg white adds protein and structure but may be a concern for those with egg allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: eggehvite
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance flavor and may offer health benefits, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydder (bl.a. løpstikke og muskatblomme)
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for the aspic's moisture and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Shrimp safe in this food?
Good
Shrimp is used here as base. Shrimp provides protein and flavor, enhancing the product's seafood profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: reker
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Is Asparagus safe in this food?
Good
Asparagus is used here as base. Asparagus adds flavor and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: asparges
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Is Surimi safe in this food?
Medium
Surimi is used here as base. Surimi is a processed fish product used for texture and flavor, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: surimi (fisk)
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Is Stabilizer safe in this food?
Medium
Stabilizer is used here as emulsifier. Stabilizers help maintain texture but may be synthetic, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: stabilisator (e420, e452)
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Is Egg White safe in this food?
Medium
Egg White is used here as base. Egg white adds protein and structure but may be a concern for those with egg allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: eggehvite
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Is Corn Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used for thickening but is a processed ingredient, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maisstivelse
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is a thickening agent that may pose issues for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: hvetestivelse
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to overall sugar content, which can be a concern for health-conscious consumers.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as oil_fat. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil, though concerns exist regarding processing methods.
Role in formula: oil_fat
Original: rapsolje
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Is Modified Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifisert stivelse
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, though excessive consumption can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Wheat Fiber safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Fiber is used here as fiber. Wheat fiber adds texture and some fiber but may pose issues for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: fiber
Original: hvetefiber
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Is Flavor Enhancer safe in this food?
Bad
Flavor Enhancer is used here as flavor. Flavor enhancers (E631, E635) are synthetic additives that can raise quality concerns due to their processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: smaksforsterker (e631, e635)
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Is Colorant safe in this food?
Bad
Colorant is used here as colorant. Colorants (E120, E160c) are synthetic additives that can raise quality concerns due to their processing.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoff (e120, e160c)
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for the aspic's moisture and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Hard Boiled Egg safe in this food?
Good
Hard Boiled Egg is used here as base. Hard-boiled egg adds protein and texture, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: hardkokt egg
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: 4046130
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , fish , shellfish , wheat
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