Sour Cream - Creamy Mild product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Sour Cream - Creamy Mild Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost

This page reviews Sour Cream - Creamy Mild by Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost as a dairy. 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: Sugar.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sour milk (quark) and cream, but also contains sugar and maltodextrin, which raise concerns about added sugars and processed ingredients. The presence of thickeners like guar gum and xanthan indicates a processed nature.

Main concern

Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sugars in the product.

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 sour milk (quark) which provides a creamy texture and flavor.
  • Includes natural ingredients like herbs and spices for added flavor.
  • Uses milk-based ingredients, which can be beneficial for taste and texture.
  • The presence of microbial cultures suggests some probiotic benefits.

Concerns

  • Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
  • Maltodextrin is a processed ingredient that may affect blood sugar levels.
  • Includes thickeners like guar gum and xanthan, indicating a processed composition.
  • Egg yolk from caged hens raises ethical concerns regarding animal welfare.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dairy and why it matters.

  • Is Quark safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Quark is used here as base. Quark is a dairy product that provides a creamy texture and is a source of protein. Its use in this product enhances the overall flavor and consistency.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Speisequark

    Read the full ingredient profile for Quark

  • Is Cream safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and a smooth mouthfeel to the sour cream, contributing to its creamy consistency and flavor profile.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Sahne

    Read the full ingredient profile for Cream

  • Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used for texture and stability. While it is a vegetable oil, concerns about processing and omega-6 fatty acid balance exist.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: Rapsöl

    Read the full ingredient profile for Rapeseed Oil

  • Is Salt safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative. Its presence is common in dairy products to improve taste.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Speisesalz

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Sugar safe in this dairy?

    Bad

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake and its health implications.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Zucker

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar adds acidity and flavor. While it is a common ingredient, its processing raises some concerns.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: Branntweinessig

    Read the full ingredient profile for Distilled Vinegar

  • Is Egg Yolk safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk contributes to the creaminess and stability of the product. However, ethical concerns regarding sourcing exist.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: Eigelb

    Read the full ingredient profile for Egg Yolk

  • Is Starch safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used to improve texture and stability. While it is a common thickening agent, it is processed and may raise concerns.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: Stärke

    Read the full ingredient profile for Starch

  • Is Herbs safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Herbs is used here as flavor. Herbs enhance flavor naturally, contributing to the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Kräuter

    Read the full ingredient profile for Herbs

  • Is Onions safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Onions is used here as flavor. Onions provide natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the sour cream.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Zwiebeln

    Read the full ingredient profile for Onions

  • Is Spices safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Spices is used here as flavor. Spices add complexity and depth to the flavor profile, contributing to the product's overall appeal.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Gewürze

    Read the full ingredient profile for Spices

  • Is Maltodextrin safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used for texture. It can affect blood sugar levels and raises concerns about processed ingredients.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: Maltodextrin

    Read the full ingredient profile for Maltodextrin

  • Is Mustard Seeds safe in this dairy?

    Good

    Mustard Seeds is used here as flavor. Mustard seeds add a unique flavor and can enhance the overall taste profile of the sour cream.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Senfsaaten

    Read the full ingredient profile for Mustard Seeds

  • Is Thickeners Guar Gum Xanthan safe in this dairy?

    Medium

    Thickeners Guar Gum Xanthan is used here as thickener. Guar gum and xanthan are used to improve texture and stability. While they are common, they indicate a processed nature.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: Verdickungsmittel (Guarkernmehl, Xanthan)

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: 3849408

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Allergens detected: milk , egg

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Frequently asked questions

Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost — Sour Cream - Creamy Mild has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Contains sugar, which raises concerns about added sugars in the product.; Maltodextrin is a processed ingredient that may affect blood sugar levels.; Includes thickeners like guar gum and xanthan, indicating a processed composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Contains sour milk (quark) which provides a creamy texture and flavor.; Includes natural ingredients like herbs and spices for added flavor.; Uses milk-based ingredients, which can be beneficial for taste and texture.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: quark, cream, salt. See the Ingredients section above.
Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost — Sour Cream - Creamy Mild 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: milk, egg. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
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.
Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost — Sour Cream - Creamy Mild has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Elsdorfer Molkerei Und Feinkost products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.

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