Is Sweet Chili Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Inproba
Sweet Chili Sauce is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Inproba. 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 Potassium Sorbate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative and modified corn starch, raising concerns about processing. The presence of sugar and xanthan also indicates a processed product.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives in food 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 chili peppers (7.1%) which provide flavor and heat, contributing positively to the sauce's profile.
- Includes garlic (0.4%) and onion, which enhance the flavor profile with natural ingredients.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of artificial additives in food products.
- Modified corn starch is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.
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: Wasser
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to balance the heat from the chili peppers, but its presence indicates a processed composition.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Chili Peppers safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chili Peppers is used here as flavor. Chili peppers (7.1%) contribute heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Chilischoten 7,1%
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Is Paprika safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Paprika is used here as flavor. Paprika adds color and a mild flavor, complementing the heat from the chili peppers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Paprika
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Is Table Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, contributing to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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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 to improve texture and viscosity, but it raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Maisstärke
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Is Acetic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Acetic Acid is used here as acidulant. Acetic acid acts as a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, contributing to the sauce's tanginess.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel: Essigsäure
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic (0.4%) adds depth of flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Knoblauch 0,4%
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Is Onions safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions contribute sweetness and complexity to the flavor profile, complementing other ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is used to stabilize and thicken the sauce, but it is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel: Xanthan
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that helps extend shelf life but raises concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoffe: Kaliumsorbat
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: 4201521
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