Is Soy Sauce Ramen Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ajinomoto
Ajinomoto's Soy Sauce Ramen is reviewed here as a food. 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 Palm Oil, Modified Starch, Sodium Carbonate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and sodium glutamate (E621), which raise quality concerns. The presence of palm oil and maltodextrin also indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Contains sodium glutamate (E621), a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic 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 soy sauce powder, which adds flavor and depth to the ramen.
- Includes garlic and onion powder, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Uses chicken extract for a savory base, contributing to flavor complexity.
Concerns
- Contains sodium glutamate (E621), a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Palm oil is present, which is often linked to environmental issues and health concerns.
- Modified starch is included, indicating processing that may affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Instant Noodles safe in this food?
Medium
Instant Noodles is used here as base. Instant noodles are the primary component, providing the main structure of the dish. They are typically processed and may contain additives that affect quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: инстантни нудли
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient in noodles, providing texture. However, it is a refined ingredient, which may raise concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: пшенично брашно
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Is Palm Oil safe in this food?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is used for texture and flavor but is associated with health and environmental concerns due to its processing and sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: палмово масло
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Is Modified Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used to improve texture and stability but raises concerns about processing and potential additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: модифицирано нишесте
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Is Salt safe in this food?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is essential in cooking, though excessive consumption can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: сол
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Carbonate is used here as stabilizer. Sodium carbonate is used as a stabilizer but is a synthetic ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: натриеви карбонати
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Is Potassium Carbonate safe in this food?
Bad
Potassium Carbonate is used here as stabilizer. Potassium carbonate serves as a stabilizer but is also a synthetic ingredient, raising similar concerns as sodium carbonate.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: калиеви карбонати
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Is Soy Sauce Powder safe in this food?
Good
Soy Sauce Powder is used here as flavor. Soy sauce powder adds umami flavor and is derived from fermented soybeans, contributing positively to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: соев сос на прах
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this food?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is used for texture and as a filler but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: малтодекстрин
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is included for flavor balance but is a refined ingredient that can contribute to health concerns if consumed excessively.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: захар
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Is Chicken Extract Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Chicken Extract Powder is used here as flavor. Chicken extract powder adds savory flavor but is processed and may contain additives that affect quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: пилешки екстракт на прах
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Is Caramelized Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Caramelized Sugar is used here as colorant. Caramelized sugar is used for color and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: карамелизирана захар
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Is Flavor Enhancers safe in this food?
Bad
Flavor Enhancers is used here as flavor. Flavor enhancers like E621 and E635 are synthetic additives that can raise concerns about quality and health implications.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: овкусител: Е621, E635
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder adds flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: чесън на прах
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, positively impacting the taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: лук на прах
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Black pepper adds spiciness and flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: черен пипер
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is used to regulate acidity but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: млечна киселина
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: 4010643
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