Is Somersby Apple Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Somersby
Somersby Apple is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Somersby. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Potassium Sorbate, Ammonium Caramel affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium sorbate as a preservative and ammonium caramel as a colorant, indicating some synthetic additives that raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and concentrated apple juice also suggests a processed nature.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial 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 concentrated apple juice, providing a natural fruit flavor.
- Carbonated water adds a refreshing quality to the drink.
- Natural apple aroma enhances the overall apple flavor profile.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial additives.
- Ammonium caramel is an artificial colorant, indicating a processed ingredient.
- High sugar content may contribute to health concerns related to excessive sugar intake.
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 soft drink.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing hydration and a base for the drink.
Role in formula: base
Original: Voda
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Is Apple Wine safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Apple Wine is used here as flavor. Apple wine is a fermented product that adds flavor but may contain added sugars and preservatives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vino od jabuke (voda, šećer, koncentrirani sok od jabuke)
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, contributing to the overall flavor but raising concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: šećer
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Is Concentrated Apple Juice safe in this soft drink?
Good
Concentrated Apple Juice is used here as flavor. Concentrated apple juice provides natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the apple taste of the drink.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: koncentrirani sok od jabuke
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Apple Juice
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Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbon Dioxide is used here as flavor. Carbon dioxide is responsible for the carbonation, giving the drink its fizzy texture.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ugljični dioksid
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Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity, enhancing flavor but may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: regulator kiselosti: limunska kiselina
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Is Natural Apple Flavor safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Natural Apple Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural apple flavor enhances the drink's taste, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: prirodna aroma jabuke
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konzervans: kalijev sorbat
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Is Ammonium Caramel safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Ammonium Caramel is used here as colorant. Ammonium caramel is an artificial colorant that contributes to the drink's appearance but raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: bojilo: amonijačni karamel
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: 3799922
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