Is Seasoning Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Simply Asia Foods
Seasoning is a spice seasoning from Simply Asia Foods. 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 Silicon Dioxide, Calcium Stearate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The seasoning contains a mix of sugars and salts, along with natural flavors and spices. Ingredients like brown sugar and sea salt contribute to flavor but raise concerns about high sugar and sodium content.
Main concern
Presence of both brown sugar and sugar raises concerns about high sugar content.
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 natural spices like garlic and onion, which enhance flavor without synthetic additives.
- Contains lime peel and red bell pepper, providing natural flavor and color.
- Natural flavor derived from milk indicates a more authentic taste profile.
- Use of citric acid helps in flavor enhancement and acts as a natural preservative.
Concerns
- Presence of both brown sugar and sugar raises concerns about high sugar content.
- Sea salt contributes to sodium levels, which may be a concern for those monitoring intake.
- Natural flavor includes milk, which may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
- Silicon dioxide and calcium stearate are added to prevent clumping, raising questions about processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This spice seasoning 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 spice seasoning so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this spice seasoning?
Medium
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar adds sweetness and moisture to the seasoning, but its high sugar content raises concerns about excessive intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Brown sugar
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Is Sugar safe in this spice seasoning?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar enhances sweetness in the seasoning, contributing to flavor but also increasing the overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Sea Salt safe in this spice seasoning?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for flavor enhancement, but its sodium content may be a concern for those monitoring salt intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea salt
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Is Garlic safe in this spice seasoning?
Good
Garlic is used here as natural_extract. Garlic is a natural flavor enhancer that provides depth and aroma, contributing positively to the seasoning's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: garlic
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Is Onion safe in this spice seasoning?
Good
Onion is used here as natural_extract. Onion adds a savory flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: onion
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Is Spices safe in this spice seasoning?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices, including red pepper, adds complexity and heat, contributing positively to flavor without artificial ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spices (including red pepper)
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Is Lime Peel safe in this spice seasoning?
Good
Lime Peel is used here as natural_extract. Lime peel provides a zesty flavor and aroma, enhancing the seasoning's freshness and complexity.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: lime peel
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Is Red Bell Pepper safe in this spice seasoning?
Good
Red Bell Pepper is used here as natural_extract. Red bell pepper adds sweetness and color, contributing positively to the seasoning's flavor profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: red bell pepper
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Is Citric Acid safe in this spice seasoning?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citric acid
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Is Silicon Dioxide safe in this spice seasoning?
Bad
Silicon Dioxide is used here as anti-caking agent. Silicon dioxide is added to prevent clumping, but it is a synthetic additive that raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: silicon dioxide
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Is Calcium Stearate safe in this spice seasoning?
Bad
Calcium Stearate is used here as anti-caking agent. Calcium stearate is used to maintain free-flowing properties, but it is a synthetic additive that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: calcium stearate (to make free-flowing)
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this spice seasoning?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor derived from milk enhances taste but may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor (including milk)
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Is Extractives Of Paprika safe in this spice seasoning?
Good
Extractives Of Paprika is used here as colorant. Extractives of paprika provide natural color and flavor, contributing positively to the seasoning's profile.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: extractives of paprika
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Is Sesame Oil safe in this spice seasoning?
Good
Sesame Oil is used here as flavor. Sesame oil adds a rich, nutty flavor, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sesame oil
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this spice seasoning?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami flavor but contains wheat and soy, which may be concerns for those with allergies.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: soy sauce (wheat, soybean, salt)
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: 3481170
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , wheat
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