Is Spicy Chicken And Sausage Gumbo Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Campbell's Chunky
This page reviews Spicy Chicken And Sausage Gumbo by Campbell's Chunky as a soup broth. 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: Sodium Nitrite, Carrageenan.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sodium nitrite as a preservative and carrageenan as a thickener, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of modified cornstarch and sugar also indicates processing.
Main concern
Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
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 chicken meat and andouille sausage, providing protein sources.
- Includes vegetables like celery and okra, contributing to flavor and texture.
- Diced tomatoes and tomato paste add natural flavor and moisture.
- Hickory char oil enhances the smoky flavor profile.
Concerns
- Sodium nitrite is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
- Carrageenan is a thickener linked to digestive issues in some individuals.
- Modified cornstarch and sugar indicate a processed composition.
- Contains potential allergens, including traces of wheat.
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 soup broth and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this soup broth?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for this soup, providing hydration and volume without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice safe in this soup broth?
Good
Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice is used here as flavor. Diced tomatoes contribute natural flavor, moisture, and nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: diced tomatoes in tomato juice
Read the full ingredient profile for Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Juice
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Is Rice safe in this soup broth?
Good
Rice is used here as base. Rice acts as a carbohydrate source, adding texture and heartiness to the gumbo without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: rice
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Is Chicken Meat safe in this soup broth?
Good
Chicken Meat is used here as base. Chicken meat provides a source of protein and flavor, contributing positively to the nutritional profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: chicken meat
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Is Cooked Andouille Sausage safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Cooked Andouille Sausage is used here as flavor. Andouille sausage adds a rich flavor but contains processed ingredients like dextrose and sodium nitrite, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cooked andouille sausage made from pork and chicken (pork, chicken, water, seasoning ices, dextrose, dried onion, dried garlic)
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Is Salt safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive consumption can lead to health issues, indicating a moderate concern in this product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Hickory Char Oil safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Hickory Char Oil is used here as flavor. Hickory char oil provides a smoky flavor, but its processing raises questions about the quality of the ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hickory char oil (soybean oil wal hickory smoke flavor)
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Is Sodium Nitrite safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Sodium Nitrite is used here as preservative. Sodium nitrite is used as a preservative to enhance shelf life but is associated with health risks when consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sodium nitrite
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Is Celery safe in this soup broth?
Good
Celery is used here as flavor. Celery adds flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: celery
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Is Okra safe in this soup broth?
Good
Okra is used here as flavor. Okra provides a unique texture and flavor, enhancing the gumbo's authenticity and nutritional value.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: okra
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Is Red Peppers safe in this soup broth?
Good
Red Peppers is used here as flavor. Red peppers contribute color, flavor, and nutrients, positively impacting the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: red peppers
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Is Modified Cornstarch safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Modified Cornstarch is used here as thickener. Modified cornstarch is used as a thickening agent, but its processing raises concerns about the ingredient's quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified cornstarch
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Is Sugar safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for flavor balance, but its presence indicates a processed composition that may not be ideal.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this soup broth?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste enhances the flavor and richness of the soup, contributing positively to its overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tomato paste
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Is Cayenne Pepper Sauce safe in this soup broth?
Good
Cayenne Pepper Sauce is used here as flavor. Cayenne pepper sauce adds heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the gumbo.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cayenne pepper sauce (cayenne peppers, vinegar, salt, garlic)
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this soup broth?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as flavor. Distilled vinegar adds acidity and flavor, contributing to the overall balance of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: distilled vinegar
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Is Potato Starch safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickening agent, but its processing raises questions about the ingredient's quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: potato starch
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Is Paprika safe in this soup broth?
Good
Paprika is used here as flavor. Paprika adds color and flavor, enhancing the overall sensory experience of the gumbo.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: paprika
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Is Spices safe in this soup broth?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices enhances the flavor complexity, contributing positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spices
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Is Dried Chicken Broth safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Dried Chicken Broth is used here as flavor. Dried chicken broth adds flavor but may contain additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dried chicken broth
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract enhances umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Carrageenan safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as thickener. Carrageenan is used as a thickening agent but has been linked to digestive issues, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: carrageenan
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Is Cornstarch safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Cornstarch is used here as thickener. Cornstarch serves as a thickening agent, but its processing raises questions about the ingredient's quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: cornstarch
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Is Chicken Fat safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Chicken Fat is used here as flavor. Chicken fat adds richness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not be ideal for all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chicken fat
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: 3230605
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Allergens detected: wheat
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