Is Street Vibes Tacos Kit Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Old El Paso
Old El Paso's Street Vibes Tacos Kit 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 Glycerol, Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids, Dextrose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified corn starch and dextrose, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and artificial stabilizers also indicates a less natural profile.
Main concern
Contains sugar and dextrose, which are processed sweeteners that may raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.
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 a variety of spices like cumin and coriander, which enhance flavor and contribute to a more authentic taste.
- Includes natural ingredients like garlic puree and lime puree, which can add freshness to the overall flavor profile.
Concerns
- Contains sugar and dextrose, which are processed sweeteners that may raise concerns about added sugars in the diet.
- Modified corn starch is present as a thickening agent, which is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.
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.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient for the tortillas, providing structure. However, it is a refined grain, which may have lower nutritional value compared to whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wheat flour
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and texture in the tortillas, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Glycerol safe in this food?
Bad
Glycerol is used here as stabilizer. Glycerol is a synthetic stabilizer used to maintain moisture in the tortillas. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabiliser (glycerol)
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is used for texture and moisture in the tortillas. While it is a vegetable oil, it is often refined, which may reduce its health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oils (rapeseed)
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil contributes to the texture of the tortillas. It is a common vegetable oil but may be highly processed, raising some health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oils (sunflower)
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Is Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids safe in this food?
Bad
Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers are synthetic and used to improve texture and shelf life. Their presence indicates a processed nature of the product.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (mono and diglycerides of fatty acids)
Read the full ingredient profile for Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids
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Is Dextrose safe in this food?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness to the tortillas. Its presence raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this food?
Bad
Sodium Carbonate is used here as raising agent. Sodium carbonate is a chemical raising agent used to enhance texture. Its synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: raising agents (sodium carbonate)
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Is Diphosphate safe in this food?
Bad
Diphosphate is used here as raising agent. Diphosphate is another synthetic raising agent that helps with texture but raises concerns about the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: raising agents (diphosphate)
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Is Table Salt safe in this food?
Good
Table Salt is used here as base. Table salt is used for flavor enhancement in the tortillas. It is a common ingredient that contributes positively to taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: table salt
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for hydration and texture in the tortillas, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness in the barbecue sauce. Its presence raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as base. Tomato paste provides flavor and color to the barbecue sauce. It is a natural ingredient that contributes positively to the sauce's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomato paste
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Is Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Vinegar is used here as base. Vinegar adds acidity and flavor to the barbecue sauce, enhancing its overall taste profile without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: vinegar
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Is Lime Puree safe in this food?
Good
Lime Puree is used here as base. Lime puree contributes freshness and acidity to the barbecue sauce, enhancing flavor without raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: lime puree
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is a processed thickening agent used in the barbecue sauce. Its presence indicates a less natural composition.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modified corn starch
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Is Honey safe in this food?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor to the barbecue sauce. Its presence is a positive aspect of the ingredient list.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: honey
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Is Garlic Puree safe in this food?
Good
Garlic Puree is used here as base. Garlic puree adds flavor and aroma to the barbecue sauce, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: garlic puree
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Is Cooking Salt safe in this food?
Good
Cooking Salt is used here as base. Cooking salt is used for flavor enhancement in the barbecue sauce. It is a common ingredient that contributes positively to taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: cooking salt
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Is Onion Powder safe in this food?
Good
Onion Powder is used here as base. Onion powder adds flavor to the barbecue sauce, enhancing its overall taste profile without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: onion powder
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Is Smoked Chipotle Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Smoked Chipotle Pepper is used here as base. Smoked chipotle pepper provides a smoky flavor to the barbecue sauce, contributing positively to the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: smoked chipotle pepper
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Is Spices safe in this food?
Good
Spices is used here as base. A blend of spices enhances the flavor of the barbecue sauce, contributing positively to the overall taste without raising concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: spices
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Is Citric Acid safe in this food?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidity regulator. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity in the barbecue sauce. While it is a common ingredient, it is a processed additive.
Role in formula: acidity regulator
Original: acidity regulator (citric acid)
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Is Dehydrated Glucose Syrup safe in this food?
Bad
Dehydrated Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Dehydrated glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dehydrated glucose syrup
Read the full ingredient profile for Dehydrated Glucose Syrup
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Is Dehydrated Onions safe in this food?
Good
Dehydrated Onions is used here as base. Dehydrated onions add flavor to the aromatic blend, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: dehydrated onions
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Is Paprika Flakes safe in this food?
Good
Paprika Flakes is used here as base. Paprika flakes provide color and flavor to the aromatic blend, enhancing the overall taste without raising concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: paprika flakes
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Is Cumin safe in this food?
Good
Cumin is used here as base. Cumin adds a warm, earthy flavor to the aromatic blend, contributing positively to the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: cumin
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Is Cayenne Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Cayenne Pepper is used here as base. Cayenne pepper adds heat and flavor to the aromatic blend, enhancing the overall taste without raising concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: cayenne pepper
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Is Coriander safe in this food?
Good
Coriander is used here as base. Coriander adds a fresh, citrusy flavor to the aromatic blend, contributing positively to the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: coriander
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Is Black Pepper safe in this food?
Good
Black Pepper is used here as base. Black pepper adds spiciness and flavor to the aromatic blend, enhancing the overall taste without raising concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: black pepper
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Is Ginger safe in this food?
Good
Ginger is used here as base. Ginger adds warmth and flavor to the aromatic blend, contributing positively to the overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: ginger
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used to enhance flavor in the aromatic blend. While it adds umami, it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: yeast extract
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Is Tricalcium Phosphate safe in this food?
Bad
Tricalcium Phosphate is used here as anti-caking agent. Tricalcium phosphate is a synthetic anti-caking agent used to prevent clumping. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about the overall quality.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: anti-caking agent (tricalcium phosphate)
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Is Aromatic Plants safe in this food?
Good
Aromatic Plants is used here as natural_extract. Aromatic plants contribute natural flavor to the product, enhancing the overall taste profile without raising concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: aromatic plants
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Is Natural Flavour safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavour is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is used to enhance taste but may be processed, raising some concerns about the overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavour
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: 4154012
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