Is Shredded Tuna in Oil and Water Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dia
Shredded Tuna in Oil and Water is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Dia. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes shredded tuna, vegetable oil, water, and salt. The presence of vegetable oil raises concerns about processing, while tuna is a good protein source.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes shredded tuna, vegetable oil, water, and salt. The presence of vegetable oil raises concerns about processing, while tuna is a good protein source.
Main concern
Vegetable oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns regarding its quality and source.
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
- Shredded tuna provides a good source of protein, contributing positively to the overall nutritional profile.
- Contains water, which is essential for maintaining moisture and texture in canned products.
Concerns
- Vegetable oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns regarding its quality and source.
- Contains salt, which can contribute to sodium intake, raising potential health concerns.
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 snack.
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Is Tuna safe in this snack?
Good
Tuna is used here as base. Tuna is a high-quality protein source, providing essential nutrients. Its inclusion supports the product's overall nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Atún desmenuzado
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil is used for moisture and texture but raises concerns about processing and potential quality issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite vegetal
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for maintaining the product's moisture content and overall texture, contributing positively to quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: agua
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to higher sodium levels, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: sal
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: 4189218
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Allergens detected: fish , soy
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