Is Reker I Lake Msc Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fiskemannen
This page reviews Reker I Lake Msc by Fiskemannen as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This product contains shrimp (Pandalus borealis) and preservatives like sodium benzoate (E211) and potassium sorbate (E202). The presence of synthetic preservatives raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Sodium benzoate (E211) is 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 shrimp (Pandalus borealis), a natural seafood option.
- Water and salt are basic ingredients, indicating minimal processing.
- E330 (citric acid) is a natural acidulant that helps maintain product stability.
- The product is MSC certified, indicating sustainable sourcing.
Concerns
- Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
- Potassium sorbate (E202) is another synthetic preservative with potential health implications.
- The use of preservatives indicates a longer shelf life but may compromise freshness.
- The presence of citric acid (E330) as a pH regulator may not be necessary for all consumers.
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 snack and why it matters.
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Is Shrimp safe in this snack?
Good
Shrimp is used here as base. Shrimp (Pandalus borealis) is a natural seafood ingredient providing flavor and protein. Its sourcing is important for sustainability.
Role in formula: base
Original: Reker (pandalus borealis)
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in this product, ensuring proper texture and consistency without any safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, contributing to the overall taste profile without raising significant safety issues.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid (E330) is used to regulate acidity in this product. While generally safe, its necessity in canned seafood can be debated.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: surhetsregulerende middel e330
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative used to prevent spoilage. Its safety has been questioned due to potential health risks.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmidler (e211)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this snack?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate (E202) is another synthetic preservative that inhibits mold and yeast growth but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmidler (e202)
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: 4045722
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Allergens detected: shellfish
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