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Is Somersby Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Somersby

Somersby's Somersby is reviewed here as a soft drink. 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 Potassium Sorbate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative and natural flavors, indicating a mix of processed and natural ingredients. This raises moderate quality concerns.

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 natural apple and pear juice, contributing to flavor and authenticity.
  • Includes ascorbic acid, which acts as an antioxidant, helping to maintain freshness.

Concerns

  • Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial additives.
  • The presence of inverted sugar syrup indicates added sugars, which may affect overall quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, 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: 3996394

More from this brand: Somersby products in Zerotox

Similar products: soft_drink in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

Somersby — Somersby 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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Our analysis notes: Contains natural apple and pear juice, contributing to flavor and authenticity.; Includes ascorbic acid, which acts as an antioxidant, helping to maintain freshness.. See the Pros section above.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Somersby — Somersby has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial additives.; The presence of inverted sugar syrup indicates added sugars, which may affect overall quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, concentrated pear juice, fermented apple juice concentrate. See the Ingredients section above.
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.

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