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Is Sliced Black Bread Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Vel Pitar

This page reviews Sliced Black Bread by Vel Pitar as a snack. 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: Sorbic Acid, Calcium Propionate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This sliced black bread contains several processed ingredients, including calcium propionate and sorbic acid as preservatives. These additives raise concerns about synthetic components in the product.

Main concern

Includes synthetic preservatives like calcium propionate and sorbic acid, raising 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 whole wheat flour, providing a richer flavor and texture.
  • Sorbic acid is effective in preventing mold growth, extending shelf life.
  • Calcium propionate is commonly used to inhibit spoilage in baked goods.
  • Ascorbic acid acts as a flour treatment agent, improving dough strength.

Concerns

  • Includes synthetic preservatives like calcium propionate and sorbic acid, raising quality concerns.
  • The presence of gluten may not be suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
  • Iodized salt adds sodium, which may be a concern for some consumers.
  • Vinegar is used for flavor but may not appeal to all taste preferences.

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 snack 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: 4016732

More from this brand: Vel Pitar products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: gluten

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Frequently asked questions

Vel Pitar — Sliced Black Bread 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.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Vel Pitar — Sliced Black Bread has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
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Our analysis notes: Contains whole wheat flour, providing a richer flavor and texture.; Sorbic acid is effective in preventing mold growth, extending shelf life.; Calcium propionate is commonly used to inhibit spoilage in baked goods.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: whole wheat flour, water, yeast. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Includes synthetic preservatives like calcium propionate and sorbic acid, raising quality concerns.; The presence of gluten may not be suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.; Iodized salt adds sodium, which may be a concern for some consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We detected: gluten. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Vel Pitar — Sliced Black Bread has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Vel Pitar products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives Vel Pitar — Sliced Black Bread a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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