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Is Straight Cut Fries Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Co-op Gold

Co-op Gold's Straight Cut Fries 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 Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes palm olein, a processed oil, and sodium acid pyrophosphate, a synthetic additive. These raise concerns about the overall quality and safety of the product.

Main concern

Palm olein is a processed oil that may raise health concerns due to its high saturated fat content.

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 potatoes, a natural ingredient providing essential carbohydrates.
  • Sugar (dextrose) is used for browning, enhancing the appearance of fries.

Concerns

  • Palm olein is a processed oil that may raise health concerns due to its high saturated fat content.
  • Sodium acid pyrophosphate is a synthetic additive that can indicate a highly processed product.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Potatoes safe in this food?

    Good

    Potatoes is used here as base. Potatoes are the primary ingredient, providing natural carbohydrates and essential nutrients.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Potatoes

    Read the full ingredient profile for Potatoes

  • Is Palm Olein safe in this food?

    Medium

    Palm Olein is used here as emulsifier. Palm olein is a refined oil used for frying, raising concerns about its saturated fat content and environmental impact.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: Palm olein

  • Is Dextrose safe in this food?

    Medium

    Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar used for browning, which can enhance the visual appeal but adds to the processed nature.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Sugar (dextrose)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Dextrose

  • Is Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate is used here as preservative. Sodium acid pyrophosphate is a synthetic additive used to maintain color and texture, raising quality concerns.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: Sodium acid pyrophosphate

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate

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: 3240896

More from this brand: Co-op Gold products in Zerotox

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Allergens detected: wheat , milk

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Zerotox gives Co-op Gold — Straight Cut Fries 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.
Co-op Gold — Straight Cut Fries 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.
We detected: wheat, milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes palm olein, a processed oil, and sodium acid pyrophosphate, a synthetic additive. These raise concerns about the overall quality and safety of the product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Co-op Gold — Straight Cut Fries has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Co-op Gold products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains potatoes, a natural ingredient providing essential carbohydrates.; Sugar (dextrose) is used for browning, enhancing the appearance of fries.. See the Pros section above.
Co-op Gold — Straight Cut Fries has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Browse Co-op Gold products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
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.
Co-op Gold — Straight Cut Fries 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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