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Is Spicy Mexican Style Rice Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Uncle Ben's Rice

Spicy Mexican Style Rice is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Uncle Ben's Rice. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and sugar, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and preservatives are also present, indicating a mixed quality profile.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and sugar, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and preservatives are also present, indicating a mixed quality profile.

Main concern

Contains sugar, a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.

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 parboiled long grain rice, which is minimally processed and retains nutrients.
  • Includes spices and chili pepper, contributing to flavor without artificial additives.

Concerns

  • Contains sugar, a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
  • Natural flavors are included, which can be vague and may involve synthetic processing.

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

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: 3238099

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Uncle Ben's Rice — Spicy Mexican Style Rice 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Uncle Ben's Rice — Spicy Mexican Style Rice has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Uncle Ben's Rice products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Uncle Ben's Rice — Spicy Mexican Style Rice has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and sugar, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and preservatives are also present, indicating a mixed quality profile. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, parboiled long grain rice, tomato powder. See the Ingredients section above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains parboiled long grain rice, which is minimally processed and retains nutrients.; Includes spices and chili pepper, contributing to flavor without artificial additives.. See the Pros section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Uncle Ben's Rice — Spicy Mexican Style Rice has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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