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Is Shawarma Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Jumbo

This page reviews Shawarma Sauce by Jumbo as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Dextrose, E150a.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and E150a, raising concerns about quality. The presence of preservatives like E202 indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

High sugar content from added sugar and dextrose raises quality 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

  • Contains natural spices like garlic powder and cumin, which can enhance flavor.
  • Includes concentrated tomato puree, providing a base with some natural flavor.
  • Incorporates various herbs such as coriander and fenugreek, adding complexity.
  • Uses vinegar, which can contribute to flavor balance.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from added sugar and dextrose raises quality concerns.
  • Contains E150a, an artificial colorant, indicating processing.
  • Includes E202 as a preservative, which may raise safety concerns.
  • Wheat starch is present, which may not be suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.

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: 4216547

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Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Jumbo — Shawarma Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Jumbo — Shawarma Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Jumbo products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Jumbo — Shawarma Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
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This product is flagged for: High sugar content from added sugar and dextrose raises quality concerns.; Contains E150a, an artificial colorant, indicating processing.; Includes E202 as a preservative, which may raise safety concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Contains natural spices like garlic powder and cumin, which can enhance flavor.; Includes concentrated tomato puree, providing a base with some natural flavor.; Incorporates various herbs such as coriander and fenugreek, adding complexity.. See the Pros section above.
We detected: wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, vinegar, salt. See the Ingredients section above.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
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The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and E150a, raising concerns about quality. The presence of preservatives like E202 indicates a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.

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