Is Soy Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Asia Green Garden
This page reviews Soy Sauce by Asia Green Garden as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
This soy sauce contains water, 19% soybeans, wheat, and salt. The presence of natural ingredients like soybeans and wheat supports a clean rating, indicating minimal processing.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
This soy sauce contains water, 19% soybeans, wheat, and salt. The presence of natural ingredients like soybeans and wheat supports a clean rating, indicating minimal processing.
Main concern
Contains salt, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
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 19% soybeans, providing a natural source of flavor.
- Water and wheat are common ingredients in traditional soy sauce, indicating authenticity.
- No artificial additives detected, supporting a clean composition.
- Minimal processing enhances the quality and safety of the product.
Concerns
- Contains salt, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
- Wheat presence may not be suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities.
- Limited ingredient variety may affect flavor complexity.
- No preservatives or stabilizers present, which may impact shelf life.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this soy sauce, ensuring proper consistency and flavor distribution.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Soybeans safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Soybeans is used here as natural_extract. Soybeans are a key ingredient, contributing to the sauce's umami flavor and providing natural protein content.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Sojabohnen
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Is Wheat safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Wheat is used here as base. Wheat is included for flavor and texture, but may pose concerns for those with gluten intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizen
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but raises concerns regarding sodium levels, which can affect health if consumed excessively.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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: 3853133
More from this brand: Asia Green Garden products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat
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