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Is Smashed Burger With Brisket And Smoked Bacon Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Ica Selection

Ica Selection's Smashed Burger With Brisket And Smoked Bacon is reviewed here as a meat product. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sodium Nitrite.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes brisket (50%) and pork shoulder (25%), with smoked bacon (20%) containing sodium nitrite (E250) as a preservative, raising safety concerns. The presence of added sugars and preservatives indicates a processed nature.

Main concern

Sodium nitrite (E250) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.

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

  • Brisket and pork shoulder provide a rich flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste experience.
  • The use of black pepper adds a natural spice, contributing to the flavor complexity.

Concerns

  • Sodium nitrite (E250) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.
  • Dextrose (grape sugar) is added, indicating the presence of refined sugars, which may not be desirable.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this meat product, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 4057699

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Frequently asked questions

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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Ica Selection — Smashed Burger With Brisket And Smoked Bacon has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Ica Selection products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: brisket, pork shoulder, water. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Ica Selection — Smashed Burger With Brisket And Smoked Bacon has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among meat product products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis notes: Brisket and pork shoulder provide a rich flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste experience.; The use of black pepper adds a natural spice, contributing to the flavor complexity.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium nitrite (E250) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns due to potential health risks.; Dextrose (grape sugar) is added, indicating the presence of refined sugars, which may not be desirable.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
The composition includes brisket (50%) and pork shoulder (25%), with smoked bacon (20%) containing sodium nitrite (E250) as a preservative, raising safety concerns. The presence of added sugars and preservatives indicates a processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Ica Selection — Smashed Burger With Brisket And Smoked Bacon 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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