Is Superior Dark Soy Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Pearl River Bridge
Superior Dark Soy Sauce is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Pearl River Bridge. 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 affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes soybeans and wheat flour, which are common in soy sauces. However, the presence of salt and sugar raises concerns about high sodium and added sugars.
Main concern
High salt content from edible salt may raise concerns for sodium intake.
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 20% soybeans, providing a rich umami flavor characteristic of soy sauce.
- Wheat flour contributes to the texture and consistency of the sauce.
Concerns
- High salt content from edible salt may raise concerns for sodium intake.
- Added sugar can contribute to overall sugar consumption, which is a concern.
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 sauce condiment.
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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 soy sauce, ensuring proper consistency and flavor distribution.
Role in formula: base
Original: pitná voda
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Is Soybeans safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Soybeans is used here as base. Soybeans are a key ingredient, providing essential flavors and contributing to the sauce's umami profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: sójové boby
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Is Sodium safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sodium is used here as preservative. Sodium is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but high levels can pose health risks related to hypertension.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: jedlá súl
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for flavor balance, but its presence raises concerns about added sugars in the diet.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukr
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as thickener. Wheat flour helps to thicken the sauce, but it may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: pšeničná mouka
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: 4041054
More from this brand: Pearl River Bridge products in Zerotox
Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: gluten
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