Is Soy Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Inproba
Soy Sauce is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Inproba. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
This soy sauce contains water, salt, soybeans (10%), and wheat. The composition is simple and primarily consists of natural ingredients, supporting a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
This soy sauce contains water, salt, soybeans (10%), and wheat. The composition is simple and primarily consists of natural ingredients, supporting a clean rating.
Main concern
Contains salt, which may raise concerns for 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 soybeans, providing a natural source of flavor.
- Simple ingredient list indicates minimal processing.
- Water and salt are common, safe ingredients in sauces.
- No artificial additives detected, enhancing quality.
Concerns
- Contains salt, which may raise concerns for sodium intake.
- Wheat presence may be an issue for gluten-sensitive individuals.
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 sauce condiment.
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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, contributing to its liquid form and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive consumption can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Soybeans safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Soybeans is used here as natural_extract. Soybeans provide a natural source of umami flavor and are a key ingredient in traditional soy sauce production.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sojabonen
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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 it may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: tarwe
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: 4201523
More from this brand: Inproba products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat
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