Is Salami Edelschimmelgereift Luftgetrocknet Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Gut Bartenhof
Salami Edelschimmelgereift Luftgetrocknet is a meat product from Gut Bartenhof. 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 Nitrite.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and glucose syrup, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of jodized salt and spices indicates some natural components.
Main concern
Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health 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
- Includes jodized salt, which provides iodine, an essential nutrient.
- Contains spices that may enhance flavor naturally without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative linked to health concerns.
- Glucose syrup and dextrose are processed sugars, raising quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This meat product 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 meat product so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Pork safe in this meat product?
Good
Pork is used here as base. Pork serves as the primary ingredient, providing protein and flavor. Its quality depends on sourcing and processing methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Schweinefleisch
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this meat product?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is essential for iodine intake, which supports thyroid function. Its use is beneficial in moderation.
Role in formula: base
Original: jodiertes Speisesalz (Speisesalz, Kaliumjodat)
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Is Spices safe in this meat product?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance flavor naturally, contributing to the product's taste profile without artificial ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this meat product?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sugar that adds sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose - sirup
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Is Dextrose safe in this meat product?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to sweetness and texture but is also a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Sodium Ascorbate safe in this meat product?
Medium
Sodium Ascorbate is used here as antioxidant. Sodium ascorbate is a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve freshness, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Antioxidationsmittel: Natrium - ascorbat
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Is Sodium Nitrite safe in this meat product?
Bad
Sodium Nitrite is used here as preservative. Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that prevents spoilage but is associated with health risks, particularly in processed meats.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoff: Natriumnitrit
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Is Ripening Cultures safe in this meat product?
Good
Ripening Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Ripening cultures are beneficial for flavor development and preservation, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Reifekulturen
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Is Noble Mold Cultures safe in this meat product?
Good
Noble Mold Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Noble mold cultures are used in the fermentation process, enhancing flavor and safety by inhibiting harmful bacteria.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Edelschimmelkulturen
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: 3536265
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