Is Spicy Chicken Noodle Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Campbell's Chunky
This page reviews Spicy Chicken Noodle 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: Modified Cornstarch, Sugar, Flavoring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified cornstarch and sodium phosphate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and flavoring also indicates a less clean profile.
Main concern
Modified cornstarch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
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 stock and chicken meat, providing a base of protein and flavor.
- Includes vegetables like carrots and celery, contributing to the overall nutritional profile.
Concerns
- Modified cornstarch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
- Sugar is present, which can indicate unnecessary sweetness in savory products.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
- 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 Chicken Stock safe in this soup broth?
Good
Chicken Stock is used here as base. Chicken stock serves as a flavorful base for the soup, providing depth and richness. Its natural composition supports quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Chicken stock
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Is Chicken Meat safe in this soup broth?
Good
Chicken Meat is used here as base. Chicken meat adds protein and essential nutrients, enhancing the soup's nutritional value and flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: chicken meat
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Is Carrots safe in this soup broth?
Good
Carrots is used here as natural_extract. Carrots contribute vitamins and minerals, adding natural sweetness and color to the soup, supporting its overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: carrots
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Is Water safe in this soup broth?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that serves as the primary solvent in the soup, ensuring proper consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Enriched Egg Noodles safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Enriched Egg Noodles is used here as base. Enriched egg noodles provide carbohydrates and protein but are processed, which may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: enriched egg noodles (wheat flour, eggs, egg whites, wheat protein isolate [wheat gluten, phosphate, lactic acid], niacin, ferrous sulfate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid)
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Is Celery safe in this soup broth?
Good
Celery is used here as natural_extract. Celery adds flavor and texture, along with vitamins and minerals, enhancing the soup's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: celery
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Is Modified Cornstarch safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Modified Cornstarch is used here as thickener. Modified cornstarch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality and potential additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified cornstarch
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Tomato Paste is used here as flavor. Tomato paste adds flavor and color but is processed, which may affect the overall quality of the ingredient list.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Tomato paste
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Is Salt safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but excessive use can raise health concerns, particularly in processed foods.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Chicken Fat safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Chicken Fat is used here as flavor. Chicken fat contributes to flavor and mouthfeel but is a source of saturated fat, which may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chicken fat
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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, enhancing the overall taste profile of the soup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Distilled vinegar
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used for flavor enhancement but can be a source of glutamate, raising concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Yeast extract
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Is Potassium Salt safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Potassium Salt is used here as flavor. Potassium salt is a sodium alternative that can help reduce sodium intake but may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Potassium salt
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Is Paprika safe in this soup broth?
Good
Paprika is used here as colorant. Paprika adds color and flavor, derived from natural sources, supporting the overall quality of the ingredient list.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Paprika
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Is Sugar safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be necessary in a savory product, raising concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Soy Protein Concentrate safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Soy Protein Concentrate is used here as base. Soy protein concentrate adds protein but is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Soy protein concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Soy Protein Concentrate
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Is Dried Onions safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Dried Onions is used here as flavor. Dried onions provide flavor but are processed, which may affect the overall quality of the ingredient list.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Dried onions
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Is Flavoring safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is a vague term that may indicate artificial or synthetic additives, raising concerns about ingredient transparency.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Flavoring
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Is Sodium Phosphate safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Sodium Phosphate is used here as emulsifier. Sodium phosphate is used as an emulsifier but is a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sodium phosphate
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Is Spice safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Spice is used here as flavor. Spice adds flavor but is a vague term that may include various additives, raising concerns about transparency.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Spice
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Is Vegetable Broth safe in this soup broth?
Good
Vegetable Broth is used here as base. Vegetable broth adds flavor and nutrients, enhancing the overall quality of the soup's composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vegetable broth
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Is Cooked Chicken Skins safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Cooked Chicken Skins is used here as base. Cooked chicken skins add flavor and fat but may raise concerns about quality due to their processed nature.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cooked chicken skins
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Is Beta Carotene safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Beta Carotene is used here as colorant. Beta carotene is a natural colorant that enhances the visual appeal but is often added in processed foods.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Beta carotene
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Is Disodium Inosinate safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Disodium Inosinate is used here as flavor. Disodium inosinate is a flavor enhancer that is synthetic, raising concerns about the quality of the ingredient list.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Disodium inosinate
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Is Disodium Guanylate safe in this soup broth?
Bad
Disodium Guanylate is used here as flavor. Disodium guanylate is another synthetic flavor enhancer that raises concerns about ingredient quality and transparency.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Disodium guanylate
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Is Dried Chicken safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Dried Chicken is used here as base. Dried chicken adds protein but is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Dried chicken
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Is Egg Yolks safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Egg Yolks is used here as base. Egg yolks contribute richness and flavor but are a processed ingredient, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Egg yolks
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this soup broth?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier but is a processed ingredient, which may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Soy lecithin
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: 3230598
More from this brand: Campbell's Chunky products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: soy , egg , wheat
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