Is Summer Fruits Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Robinsons
Robinsons's Summer Fruits is reviewed here as a soft drink. 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 Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Metabisulphite, Sucralose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame K, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. Preservatives such as potassium sorbate are also present, indicating a processed product.
Main concern
Includes synthetic sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K) which raise quality concerns.
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 real fruit juices (10%) like apple and strawberry, contributing to flavor.
- Suitable for vegetarians, indicating no animal-derived ingredients.
- Low-calorie formulation may appeal to those seeking reduced calorie options.
Concerns
- Includes synthetic sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K) which raise quality concerns.
- Preservatives like potassium sorbate and sodium metabisulphite indicate a processed nature.
- Contains cellulose gum as a stabilizer, which may not be preferred by all consumers.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary base for this soft drink, providing hydration without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Apple Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Good
Apple Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Apple juice contributes to the flavor profile and is derived from concentrated sources, indicating some natural content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Juices from Concentrate (Apple 9%)
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple Juice From Concentrate
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Is Strawberry Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Good
Strawberry Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Strawberry juice adds to the overall fruit flavor, though present in a small percentage.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Juices from Concentrate (Strawberry 0.4%)
Read the full ingredient profile for Strawberry Juice From Concentrate
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Is Plum Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Good
Plum Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Plum juice enhances the fruitiness of the drink, contributing to its taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Juices from Concentrate (Plum)
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Is Blackcurrant Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Good
Blackcurrant Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Blackcurrant juice adds depth to the flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Juices from Concentrate (Blackcurrant)
Read the full ingredient profile for Blackcurrant Juice From Concentrate
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Is Sodium Citrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Citrate is used here as acidulant. Sodium citrate acts as an acidity regulator, helping to balance the flavor but raises some concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Acidity Regulator (Sodium Citrate)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Preservatives (Potassium Sorbate)
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Is Sodium Metabisulphite safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sodium Metabisulphite is used here as preservative. Sodium metabisulphite is another synthetic preservative that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Preservatives (Sodium Metabisulphite)
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Is Sucralose safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sucralose is used here as sweetener. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that may raise health concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sweeteners (Sucralose)
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Is Acesulfame K safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Acesulfame K is used here as sweetener. Acesulfame K is a synthetic sweetener that can contribute to concerns about artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sweeteners (Acesulfame K)
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Is Natural Flavorings safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Natural Flavorings is used here as flavor. Natural flavorings are used to enhance taste but can vary in quality and source, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Flavourings
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Is Cellulose Gum safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Cellulose Gum is used here as stabilizer. Cellulose gum is a thickening agent that helps maintain consistency but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabiliser (Cellulose Gum)
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: 3931348
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