Is Roasted & Salted Peanuts 300g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Maarud
This page reviews Roasted & Salted Peanuts 300g by Maarud as a snack. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition includes roasted peanuts and sunflower oil, with minimal processing. The presence of shea/coconut oil as glazing oil indicates a generally clean profile.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition includes roasted peanuts and sunflower oil, with minimal processing. The presence of shea/coconut oil as glazing oil indicates a generally clean profile.
Main concern
Salt is present, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake, though it is a common seasoning.
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
- Roasted peanuts provide a natural source of flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.
- Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that adds a light flavor and is generally considered safe for consumption.
- The use of shea/coconut oil as glazing oil is a natural choice, enhancing the product's texture without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Salt is present, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake, though it is a common seasoning.
- The inclusion of glazing oil, while natural, may indicate additional processing compared to raw peanuts.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts are the primary ingredient, providing protein and healthy fats. Their natural state supports a clean profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Peanøtter
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a commonly used cooking oil that adds flavor. It is refined but generally safe for consumption.
Role in formula: base
Original: solsikkeolje
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake. Its presence is typical in snack foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Shea Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Shea Coconut Oil is used here as emulsifier. Glazing oil from shea and coconut is a natural choice that improves texture without synthetic additives, supporting a clean profile.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: glaseringsolje (shea-/kokosolje)
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: 4049585
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Allergens detected: peanut
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