Is Suprema Margherita Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dr Oetker
Dr Oetker's Suprema Margherita 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 composition includes several processed ingredients like mozzarella cheese and Grana Padano, which raise quality concerns. The presence of lysozyme and animal rennet indicates animal-derived components.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like mozzarella cheese and Grana Padano, which raise quality concerns. The presence of lysozyme and animal rennet indicates animal-derived components.
Main concern
Contains lysozyme, an egg-derived enzyme, raising concerns for those avoiding animal products.
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 basil and oregano, which are natural herbs that enhance flavor without synthetic additives.
- Includes extra virgin olive oil, a good quality fat known for its health benefits and flavor.
Concerns
- Contains lysozyme, an egg-derived enzyme, raising concerns for those avoiding animal products.
- Grana Padano includes animal rennet, indicating the presence of animal-derived ingredients.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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, providing structure and texture to the product. However, it is a refined ingredient with moderate processing concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: WEIZENMEHL
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Is Tomato Puree safe in this food?
Good
Tomato Puree is used here as flavor. Tomato puree adds natural flavor and moisture to the product, contributing positively to its overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: passierte Tomaten
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Is Mozzarella Cheese safe in this food?
Medium
Mozzarella Cheese is used here as base. Mozzarella cheese provides creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy product, which may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: schnittfester MOZZARELLA KÄSE
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is essential for hydration and texture in the product, posing no quality concerns.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Wasser
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Is Grana Padano Cheese safe in this food?
Medium
Grana Padano Cheese is used here as base. Grana Padano adds flavor and richness but contains animal rennet, which may be a concern for vegetarians.
Role in formula: base
Original: GRANA PADANO HARTKÄSE (MILCH, Salz, tierisches Lab, Lysozym (EI))
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this food?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as flavor. Extra virgin olive oil is a high-quality fat that enhances flavor and provides health benefits, supporting the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natives Olivenöl extra
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is a natural seasoning that enhances flavor without synthetic additives, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Meersalz
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Is Yeast safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast is used here as leavening agent. Yeast is used for fermentation and leavening, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Hefe
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Is Basil safe in this food?
Good
Basil is used here as natural_extract. Basil is a natural herb that adds flavor and aroma, enhancing the product's overall quality without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Basilikum
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Is Oregano safe in this food?
Good
Oregano is used here as natural_extract. Oregano is another natural herb that contributes to flavor, supporting the product's quality with no synthetic concerns.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Oregano
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: 3806780
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Allergens detected: egg , milk
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