Is Setton Farms Roasted Salted Cashews Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Setton Farms
Setton Farms's Setton Farms Roasted Salted Cashews is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes cashews and cottonseed oil, with sea salt. The presence of cottonseed oil raises concerns about processed oils, impacting the overall quality rating.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes cashews and cottonseed oil, with sea salt. The presence of cottonseed oil raises concerns about processed oils, impacting the overall quality rating.
Main concern
Cottonseed oil is a refined oil that may raise concerns due to processing and potential contaminants.
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
- Cashews are a natural source of healthy fats and nutrients, contributing positively to the product's quality.
- Sea salt is a natural mineral that enhances flavor without synthetic additives, supporting a moderate rating.
Concerns
- Cottonseed oil is a refined oil that may raise concerns due to processing and potential contaminants.
- The use of oil in roasted nuts can increase the overall fat content, which may not appeal to all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Cashews safe in this snack?
Good
Cashews is used here as base. Cashews are nutrient-dense nuts providing healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cashews
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Is Cottonseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Cottonseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Cottonseed oil is a refined oil used for roasting, which may raise concerns due to its processing and potential for contaminants.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: cottonseed oil
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is a natural mineral that enhances flavor without synthetic additives, supporting a moderate rating.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea 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: 2423665
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