Is Ricciarelli Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bristot
Ricciarelli is a food from Bristot. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Preservative E202, Flavoring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and modified starch, alongside preservatives E202 and E200, indicating a moderate quality and safety profile.
Main concern
Contains multiple sugars, which raises concerns about high sweetness and processing.
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 almond paste, which provides a natural flavor and texture.
- Includes honey, a natural sweetener that adds flavor and moisture.
- Uses egg whites, contributing to the product's structure and texture.
- Incorporates orange peel, adding a citrus flavor and aroma.
Concerns
- Contains multiple sugars, which raises concerns about high sweetness and processing.
- Includes preservatives E202 and E200, which are synthetic and may raise quality concerns.
- Modified potato starch is present, indicating processing that may affect quality.
- Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier, which may not be favorable for all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This food may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Almond Paste safe in this food?
Medium
Almond Paste is used here as base. Almond paste is a mixture of ground almonds and sugar, providing flavor and texture. However, its sugar content raises concerns about sweetness.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandelpaste
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the product's sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Soy safe in this food?
Medium
Soy is used here as emulsifier. Soy is used as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients. However, it may not be suitable for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soja
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Is Almonds safe in this food?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds provide healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandeln
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Is Modified Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Modified Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Modified potato starch is used for texture and stability but indicates processing that may affect quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Kartoffelstärke
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as fat. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil that provides fat content but is often refined, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: fat
Original: pflanzliche Fette - Rapsöl -
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Is Apricot Kernels safe in this food?
Good
Apricot Kernels is used here as base. Apricot kernels add flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aprikosenkerne
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Preservative E202 safe in this food?
Bad
Preservative E202 is used here as preservative. E202 (potassium sorbate) is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsmittel: E202
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Is Flavoring safe in this food?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring agents are often synthetic and can raise quality concerns due to their processing and potential additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma
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Is Apricot Peel safe in this food?
Medium
Apricot Peel is used here as natural_extract. Apricot peel adds flavor and aroma but may be processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Orangenschale
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Is Egg Whites safe in this food?
Good
Egg Whites is used here as base. Egg whites provide structure and protein, contributing positively to the product's texture and nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eiklar
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Is Honey safe in this food?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and moisture, positively impacting the product's quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Honig
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Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe in this food?
Medium
Ammonium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening_agent. Ammonium bicarbonate is a leavening agent that helps the product rise but may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: Ammoniumbicarbonat
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Is Baking Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening_agent. Baking powder is used for leavening but may contain synthetic components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: Backtriebmittel
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Is Preservative E200 safe in this food?
Bad
Preservative E200 is used here as preservative. E200 (sorbic acid) is a synthetic preservative that helps prevent spoilage but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoff: E200
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: 4135185
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Allergens detected: almond , soy , egg , wheat
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