Is Siete Cueros Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Teslac
Teslac's Siete Cueros is reviewed here as a dairy. 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 semi-skimmed milk and lactic cultures, which are beneficial. However, the presence of acetic acid and salt raises some concerns about processing and additives.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes semi-skimmed milk and lactic cultures, which are beneficial. However, the presence of acetic acid and salt raises some concerns about processing and additives.
Main concern
Acetic acid is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about synthetic 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
- Contains beneficial lactic cultures like Streptococcus thermophilus, supporting fermentation.
- Semi-skimmed milk provides a lower fat option while retaining essential nutrients.
- Yodized salt adds iodine, which is important for thyroid health.
- The use of rennet (enzyme) is traditional in cheese-making, indicating authenticity.
Concerns
- Acetic acid is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
- The presence of yodized salt could indicate higher sodium levels, which some consumers may want to avoid.
- Lactic cultures may not be sufficient to offset the concerns raised by other additives.
- Contains milk, which may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dairy, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Semi Skimmed Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Semi Skimmed Milk is used here as base. Semi-skimmed milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients while reducing fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Leche semidescremada higienizada
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Is Lactic Cultures safe in this dairy?
Good
Lactic Cultures is used here as natural_extract. Lactic cultures like Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus are beneficial for fermentation and flavor development.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: cultivo láctico (Streptococcus thermophilus y Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus)
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Is Acetic Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Acetic Acid is used here as acidulant. Acetic acid is used as a regulator in this product, but its synthetic nature raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: ácido acético (Regulador)
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Iodized Salt is used here as flavor. Iodized salt is added for flavor and iodine content, but it may contribute to higher sodium levels.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal yodada
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Is Rennet safe in this dairy?
Good
Rennet is used here as enzyme. Rennet is a natural enzyme used in cheese-making, indicating traditional processing methods.
Role in formula: enzyme
Original: cuajo (Enzima)
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: 4100165
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Allergens detected: milk
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