Is Sriracha Mayo Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Asia Flavours
Sriracha Mayo is a sauce condiment from Asia Flavours. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Monosodium Glutamate, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium sorbate as a preservative and monosodium glutamate as a flavor enhancer, indicating some processed elements that lower the overall quality rating.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial 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 red chili (20%), providing a spicy flavor profile that enhances the condiment's appeal.
- Includes garlic, which adds depth to the flavor and is a common ingredient in sauces.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives.
- Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer that may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
This sauce condiment may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this sauce condiment so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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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 condiment, contributing to the desired consistency without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Woda
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Is Red Chili safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Red Chili is used here as flavor. Red chili (20%) provides the characteristic heat and flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: czerwone chili 20%
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Is Soybean Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Soybean Oil is used here as base. Soybean oil acts as a carrier for flavors and contributes to the texture, though it is a refined oil with moderate concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: olej sojowy
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to balance the heat from the chili, but its presence raises concerns about added sugars in processed foods.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukier
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Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar adds acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative, which is beneficial for the condiment's shelf life.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: ocet
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic contributes a robust flavor and is a common ingredient in many sauces, enhancing the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: czosnek
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, though excessive consumption can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sól
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Is Mustard safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard adds a tangy flavor and complexity, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: gorczyca
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Is Modified Tapioca Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Modified tapioca starch is used to improve texture and stability, though it is a processed ingredient with mixed safety implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modyfikowana skrobia z tapioki
Read the full ingredient profile for Modified Tapioca Starch
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps maintain consistency, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: guma ksantanowa
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Is Monosodium Glutamate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Monosodium Glutamate is used here as flavor. Monosodium glutamate is a flavor enhancer that can cause sensitivity in some individuals, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: glutaminian monosodowy
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, but its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: sorbinian potasu
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: 4015308
More from this brand: Asia Flavours products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: soy , mustard
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