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Is Sandwich Brunost Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Barilla Norge

Sandwich Brunost is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Barilla Norge. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes full grain rye flour and vegetable fats, but also contains processed ingredients like sodium phosphates and sugar, raising quality concerns.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes full grain rye flour and vegetable fats, but also contains processed ingredients like sodium phosphates and sugar, raising quality concerns.

Main concern

Includes smelteostpulver, a processed cheese powder that raises concerns about synthetic additives.

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

  • Full grain rye flour contributes dietary fiber, supporting digestive health.
  • Contains vegetable fats like rapeseed and shea, which are generally considered healthier options.

Concerns

  • Includes smelteostpulver, a processed cheese powder that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Presence of sugar indicates added sweetness, which may not align with health-conscious choices.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

  • Is Full Grain Rye Flour safe in this food?

    Good

    Full Grain Rye Flour is used here as base. Full grain rye flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing dietary fiber and essential nutrients, contributing positively to the product's quality.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Fullkornsrugmel

  • Is Processed Cheese Powder safe in this food?

    Medium

    Processed Cheese Powder is used here as flavor. Processed cheese powder is included for flavor enhancement but raises concerns due to its synthetic nature and potential additives.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: smelteostpulver (brunost 16%, ost, smeltesalter: natriumfosfater)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Processed Cheese Powder

  • Is Rye Flour safe in this food?

    Good

    Rye Flour is used here as base. Rye flour adds to the fiber content and provides a distinct flavor, enhancing the overall nutritional profile of the product.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: rugmel

    Read the full ingredient profile for Rye Flour

  • Is Vegetable Fat safe in this food?

    Medium

    Vegetable Fat is used here as base. Vegetable fats like rapeseed and shea are used for texture and mouthfeel, but their processing raises some quality concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: vegetabilsk fett (raps, shea)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Vegetable Fat

  • Is Yeast safe in this food?

    Good

    Yeast is used here as natural_extract. Yeast is a natural leavening agent that contributes to the texture and flavor of the product, indicating a more traditional preparation method.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: gjær

    Read the full ingredient profile for Yeast

  • Is Natural Aroma safe in this food?

    Medium

    Natural Aroma is used here as flavor. Natural aroma is included to enhance flavor but may vary in quality depending on the source and processing methods.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: naturlig aroma

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Aroma

  • Is Salt safe in this food?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, contributing to the overall taste profile of the product.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: salt

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not align with health-conscious diets, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sukker

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

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: 4054000

More from this brand: Barilla Norge products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: sesame , soy , lupin

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Barilla Norge — Sandwich Brunost has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Barilla Norge — Sandwich Brunost 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.
The composition includes full grain rye flour and vegetable fats, but also contains processed ingredients like sodium phosphates and sugar, raising quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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We detected: sesame, soy, lupin. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Barilla Norge — Sandwich Brunost has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Barilla Norge products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Our analysis notes: Full grain rye flour contributes dietary fiber, supporting digestive health.; Contains vegetable fats like rapeseed and shea, which are generally considered healthier options.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: full grain rye flour, rye flour, yeast. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Includes smelteostpulver, a processed cheese powder that raises concerns about synthetic additives.; Presence of sugar indicates added sweetness, which may not align with health-conscious choices.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.

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