Shrimp Fried Rice product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Shrimp Fried Rice Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Best Choice

Shrimp Fried Rice is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Best Choice. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Modified Starch, Seasoning Powder, Xanthan Gum affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and sodium tripolyphosphate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of shellfish and milk also indicates allergenic potential.

Main concern

Modified starch and sodium tripolyphosphate are synthetic additives that raise safety 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 shrimp, providing a source of seafood protein.
  • Includes vegetables like carrots and green beans, adding some nutritional value.
  • Uses soy sauce and oyster sauce for flavor, which are traditional in Asian cuisine.
  • Incorporates garlic and ginger, known for their flavor and potential culinary benefits.

Concerns

  • Modified starch and sodium tripolyphosphate are synthetic additives that raise safety concerns.
  • Contains sugar and salt in multiple forms, indicating a highly processed composition.
  • Presence of milk solids may pose allergenic risks for lactose-intolerant individuals.
  • Includes several preservatives and flavor enhancers, which may not be ideal for health-conscious consumers.

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 food.

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: 3255420

More from this brand: Best Choice products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: shellfish , milk , wheat , soy

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Best Choice — Shrimp Fried Rice 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Best Choice — Shrimp Fried Rice has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Best Choice products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and sodium tripolyphosphate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of shellfish and milk also indicates allergenic potential. 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.
This product is flagged for: Modified starch and sodium tripolyphosphate are synthetic additives that raise safety concerns.; Contains sugar and salt in multiple forms, indicating a highly processed composition.; Presence of milk solids may pose allergenic risks for lactose-intolerant individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Contains shrimp, providing a source of seafood protein.; Includes vegetables like carrots and green beans, adding some nutritional value.; Uses soy sauce and oyster sauce for flavor, which are traditional in Asian cuisine.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, rice, garlic. See the Ingredients section above.
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Best Choice — Shrimp Fried Rice 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.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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