Is Sharp Cheddar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Sprouts Farmers Market
Sharp Cheddar is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Sprouts Farmers Market. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes cultured pasteurized milk and salt, which are standard for cheese. However, the presence of annatto as a colorant raises some concerns about synthetic additives.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes cultured pasteurized milk and salt, which are standard for cheese. However, the presence of annatto as a colorant raises some concerns about synthetic additives.
Main concern
Annatto is a vegetable colorant that, while natural, indicates some processing and raises questions about 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
- Cultured pasteurized milk is a natural ingredient that contributes to flavor and texture.
- Salt is a common preservative that enhances flavor and helps in cheese preservation.
Concerns
- Annatto is a vegetable colorant that, while natural, indicates some processing and raises questions about additives.
- The presence of multiple dairy ingredients may concern those with lactose intolerance.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Cultured Pasteurized Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Cultured Pasteurized Milk is used here as base. Cultured pasteurized milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential flavor and texture in cheese production.
Role in formula: base
Original: CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK
Read the full ingredient profile for Cultured Pasteurized Milk
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Good
Salt is used here as preservative. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, contributing to the overall safety and longevity of the cheese.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: SALT
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Is Enzymes safe in this dairy?
Medium
Enzymes is used here as flavor. Enzymes are added to aid in the cheese-making process, but their source and processing level can vary, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ENZYMES
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Is Annatto safe in this dairy?
Medium
Annatto is used here as colorant. Annatto is a natural colorant derived from seeds, used to enhance the visual appeal of cheese, but it indicates some level of processing.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: ANNATTO (VEGETABLE COLOR)
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Is Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk is a fundamental ingredient in cheese, providing essential nutrients and contributing to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK
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: 3383969
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Allergens detected: milk
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