Is Roundy's Fisherman's Jumbo Shrimp Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Roundy S

Roundy's Fisherman's Jumbo Shrimp is a food from Roundy S. 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 Sodium Tripolyphosphate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes shrimp, a natural seafood source, and sodium tripolyphosphate, a synthetic additive used for moisture retention. While shrimp is a good source of protein, the presence of sodium tripolyphosphate raises concerns about synthetic additives, impacting the overall rating.

Main concern

Includes sodium tripolyphosphate, a synthetic additive 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 shrimp, a natural seafood source providing essential nutrients.
  • Shrimp is minimally processed, indicating a more natural composition.

Concerns

  • Includes sodium tripolyphosphate, a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.
  • Sodium tripolyphosphate is associated with potential health concerns due to its synthetic nature.

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.

  • Is Shrimp safe in this food?

    Good

    Shrimp is used here as base. Shrimp is a natural seafood ingredient that provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients. Its presence indicates a focus on seafood quality in this product.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Shrimp

    Read the full ingredient profile for Shrimp

  • Is Sodium Tripolyphosphate safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sodium Tripolyphosphate is used here as preservative. Sodium tripolyphosphate is a synthetic additive used to retain moisture in shrimp. While it helps maintain texture, its synthetic nature raises concerns about the overall quality and safety of the product.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: sodium tripolyphosphate

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Tripolyphosphate

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: 2364580

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Allergens detected: shellfish

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Frequently asked questions

Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Roundy S — Roundy's Fisherman's Jumbo Shrimp has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Zerotox gives Roundy S — Roundy's Fisherman's Jumbo Shrimp 60 / 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.
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This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Includes sodium tripolyphosphate, a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.; Sodium tripolyphosphate is associated with potential health concerns due to its synthetic nature.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Contains shrimp, a natural seafood source providing essential nutrients.; Shrimp is minimally processed, indicating a more natural composition.. See the Pros section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Roundy S — Roundy's Fisherman's Jumbo Shrimp has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Roundy S products. 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.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: shrimp. See the Ingredients section above.

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