Is Sweet Asian Bbq Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lawry's
Sweet Asian Bbq is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Lawry's. 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 High Fructose Corn Syrup, Caramel Color affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes high fructose corn syrup and caramel color, which are processed additives raising quality concerns. The presence of soy sauce and spices contributes positively but does not outweigh the negatives.
Main concern
High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about excessive sugar 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
- Includes soy sauce, which adds depth of flavor and is a traditional ingredient in Asian cuisine.
- Contains spices like ginger and black pepper, which can enhance the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- High fructose corn syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
- Caramel color is an artificial colorant that may indicate a highly processed product.
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 sauce, providing the necessary liquid base for the other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is High Fructose Corn Syrup safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
High Fructose Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. High fructose corn syrup is a sweetener derived from corn, often criticized for its link to obesity and metabolic issues due to its high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP
Read the full ingredient profile for High Fructose Corn Syrup
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar adds acidity to the sauce, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative without raising significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: DISTILLED VINEGAR
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Is Plum Juice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Plum Juice is used here as flavor. Plum juice contributes natural sweetness and flavor complexity, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: PLUM JUICE
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is a common flavor enhancer that balances sweetness and adds depth to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SALT
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Is Soy Sauce safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Soy Sauce is used here as flavor. Soy sauce adds umami flavor and saltiness, but its sodium content may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SOY SAUCE (WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT)
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent, which can raise concerns about processing but is generally considered safe.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: MODIFIED CORN STARCH
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices, including paprika and ginger, enhances flavor complexity and adds aromatic qualities to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SPICES (INCLUDING PAPRIKA, GINGER, BLACK PEPPER)
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Is Red Bell Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Red Bell Pepper is used here as flavor. Red bell pepper adds natural sweetness and color, contributing positively to the sauce's flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: RED BELL PEPPER
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic is a common flavoring agent that adds depth and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: GARLIC
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Is Caramel Color safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Caramel Color is used here as colorant. Caramel color is an artificial colorant that may indicate a processed product and raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CARAMEL COLOR
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion contributes sweetness and depth of flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ONION
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Is Sesame Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sesame Oil is used here as flavor. Sesame oil adds a rich, nutty flavor and is a traditional ingredient in Asian cuisine, enhancing authenticity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SESAME OIL
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps stabilize the sauce's texture, though it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: XANTHAN 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: 2396239
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Allergens detected: wheat
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