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Is Sweet Chili Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Vitasia

Sweet Chili Sauce is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Vitasia. 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 Modified Starch, Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes modified starch and sodium carboxymethylcellulose, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and vinegar also indicates a processed nature.

Main concern

Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.

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 6% pineapple puree, providing a natural fruit flavor.
  • Includes garlic, which can enhance the overall taste profile.

Concerns

  • Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.
  • Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a synthetic thickener, indicating a less natural composition.

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.

  • Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, contributing to its consistency and texture.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Wasser

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to balance the flavors in this sauce, but its presence indicates a processed nature.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Zucker

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Pineapple Puree safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Pineapple Puree is used here as natural_extract. Pineapple puree adds natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the sauce's overall taste.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: 6% Ananasmark

    Read the full ingredient profile for Pineapple Puree

  • Is Yellow Chili safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Yellow Chili is used here as flavor. Yellow chili contributes heat and flavor, making the sauce more appealing for spicy food lovers.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: 4% gelbe Chili

  • Is Modified Starch safe in this sauce condiment?

    Bad

    Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient used for thickening, raising concerns about the sauce's natural quality.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: modifizierte Stärke

    Read the full ingredient profile for Modified Starch

  • Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but can contribute to health concerns if consumed in excess.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Speisesal

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds depth of flavor and is a natural ingredient that enhances the sauce's taste.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: 1% Knoblauch

    Read the full ingredient profile for Garlic

  • Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar provides acidity and flavor balance, but its processed nature may raise quality concerns.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: Essigsäure

    Read the full ingredient profile for Vinegar

  • Is Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose safe in this sauce condiment?

    Bad

    Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is used here as thickener. Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that raises concerns about the overall natural quality of the sauce.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: Natrium-Carboxymethylcellulose

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose

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: 3897943

More from this brand: Vitasia products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: wheat

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

The composition includes modified starch and sodium carboxymethylcellulose, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and vinegar also indicates a processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, pineapple puree, yellow chili. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Contains 6% pineapple puree, providing a natural fruit flavor.; Includes garlic, which can enhance the overall taste profile.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Modified starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about quality.; Sodium carboxymethylcellulose is a synthetic thickener, indicating a less natural composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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Vitasia — Sweet Chili Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
Vitasia — Sweet Chili Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Vitasia products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Vitasia — Sweet Chili Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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