Is Skippy Superchunk Peanut Butter Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Skippy
Skippy Superchunk Peanut Butter is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Skippy. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes roasted peanuts (91%) as the primary ingredient, but also contains sugar and oils, raising concerns about added sugars and processed oils.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes roasted peanuts (91%) as the primary ingredient, but also contains sugar and oils, raising concerns about added sugars and processed oils.
Main concern
Added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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
- High peanut content (91%) indicates a strong base of natural ingredients.
- Roasted peanuts provide flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Concerns
- Added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Rapeseed and cottonseed oils are refined oils that may not offer the same benefits as natural fats.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this food?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts serve as the main ingredient, providing protein and healthy fats, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Roasted Peanuts (91%)
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which can lead to concerns about excessive sugar intake and overall health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used to improve texture and consistency but is a refined oil that may not provide the same health benefits as whole food fats.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Cottonseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Cottonseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Cottonseed oil is another refined oil that can affect the product's health profile, raising concerns about processed fats.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Cottonseed Oil
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor in this peanut butter, contributing to its overall taste without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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: 2435701
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Allergens detected: peanut
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