Is Super Mix Smågodt Vegansk Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Brynild
Super Mix Smågodt Vegansk is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Brynild. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sodium Hydroxide, Aroma, Brilliant Blue E133 affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several synthetic additives like modified starches and colorants (E133, E160a). These raise concerns about processing and quality, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Includes multiple synthetic colorants (E133, E160a) that may raise quality concerns due to their artificial nature.
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 sweet potato and black carrot concentrates, which provide natural color and flavor.
- Potato protein adds a source of plant-based protein, enhancing the nutritional profile.
Concerns
- Includes multiple synthetic colorants (E133, E160a) that may raise quality concerns due to their artificial nature.
- Modified starches and glucose syrup indicate a high level of processing, which can affect ingredient quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high processing levels and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that provides sweetness and texture but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glykosesirup
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used for texture and stability but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifisert maisstivelse
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Is Modified Potato Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Modified Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Modified potato starch serves as a thickening agent, contributing to texture but indicating a level of processing that may affect quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifisert potetstivelse
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Is Invert Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Invert Sugar is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar is a processed sweetener that enhances sweetness and moisture retention but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: invertsukker
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that serves as a solvent and base for the product, posing no quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer that helps maintain product freshness without significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E330
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Is Malic Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Malic Acid is used here as acidulant. Malic acid is used to enhance flavor and acidity, contributing to taste without raising major safety concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E296
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is a natural acid that can enhance flavor and act as a preservative, generally considered safe.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E270
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Is Sodium Acetate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Acetate is used here as buffer. Sodium acetate is used to regulate acidity but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: E325
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Is Sodium Hydroxide safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Hydroxide is used here as alkalizing agent. Sodium hydroxide is a synthetic compound used for pH adjustment, raising concerns about its presence in food products.
Role in formula: alkalizing agent
Original: E524
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Is Aroma safe in this snack?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is a vague term that can refer to synthetic flavoring agents, raising concerns about the quality and safety of flavoring.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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Is Ammonium Chloride safe in this snack?
Medium
Ammonium Chloride is used here as flavor. Ammonium chloride is used for flavor enhancement but can be controversial due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ammoniumklorid
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Is Potato Protein safe in this snack?
Good
Potato Protein is used here as base. Potato protein adds nutritional value and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: potetprotein
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Is Carnauba Wax safe in this snack?
Medium
Carnauba Wax is used here as coating agent. Carnauba wax is used for surface treatment to enhance appearance but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: coating agent
Original: E903
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Is Sweet Potato Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Sweet Potato Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Sweet potato concentrate provides natural color and flavor, enhancing the product's appeal without significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: konsentrater (søtpotet)
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweet Potato Concentrate
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Is Black Carrot Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Black Carrot Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Black carrot concentrate is a natural colorant that adds visual appeal and flavor without raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: svart gulrot
Read the full ingredient profile for Black Carrot Concentrate
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Is Brilliant Blue E133 safe in this snack?
Bad
Brilliant Blue E133 is used here as colorant. Brilliant blue is a synthetic colorant that raises concerns about artificial additives and their potential health implications.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E133
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Is Beta Carotene E160a safe in this snack?
Medium
Beta Carotene E160a is used here as colorant. Beta-carotene is a natural colorant derived from plants, generally considered safe but still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E160a
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Is Curcumin E100 safe in this snack?
Good
Curcumin E100 is used here as colorant. Curcumin is a natural colorant derived from turmeric, providing color without significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E100
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Is Chlorophyll E141 safe in this snack?
Good
Chlorophyll E141 is used here as colorant. Chlorophyll is a natural colorant that adds green hues and is generally regarded as safe for consumption.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E141
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Is Carbon Black E153 safe in this snack?
Bad
Carbon Black E153 is used here as colorant. Carbon black is a synthetic colorant that raises concerns about artificial additives and their potential health implications.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: E153
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: 4048633
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