Is Smoked Tofu Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ica Basic
Smoked Tofu is a food from Ica Basic. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes soybeans and water as primary ingredients, but also contains E516 (calcium sulfate) as a stabilizer and caramelized sugar, raising some quality concerns.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes soybeans and water as primary ingredients, but also contains E516 (calcium sulfate) as a stabilizer and caramelized sugar, raising some quality concerns.
Main concern
E516 (calcium sulfate) is a synthetic stabilizer that may raise concerns regarding processed 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
- Soybeans provide a good source of plant-based protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
- Water is a natural ingredient, ensuring the product maintains moisture and texture.
Concerns
- E516 (calcium sulfate) is a synthetic stabilizer that may raise concerns regarding processed additives.
- Caramelized sugar is a processed ingredient that adds sweetness but does not contribute nutritional value.
Who should avoid this product?
This food may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Soybeans safe in this food?
Good
Soybeans is used here as base. Soybeans are the primary ingredient, providing a rich source of plant-based protein and essential amino acids.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sojabönor
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for maintaining the product's moisture content and overall texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: vatten
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: havssalt
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Is Calcium Sulfate safe in this food?
Medium
Calcium Sulfate is used here as stabilizer. Calcium sulfate is used as a stabilizer to maintain texture but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabiliseringsmedel (E516)
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Is Caramelized Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Caramelized Sugar is used here as sweetener. Caramelized sugar adds sweetness and color but does not provide nutritional benefits, indicating processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: karamelliserat socker
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Is Beech Wood Smoked safe in this food?
Good
Beech Wood Smoked is used here as flavor. Beech wood smoking adds a natural smoky flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience without additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Bokspånsrökt
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: 4057810
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Allergens detected: soy
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