Sweet Potato product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Sweet Potato Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Joe's Tasty Travels

Sweet Potato is a food from Joe's Tasty Travels. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Candle Oil.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sweet potatoes and candle oil, which raises concerns about the use of less common oils. The presence of sea salt is typical for flavor enhancement.

Main concern

Candle oil is an unusual ingredient for food, raising questions about its safety and suitability for consumption.

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

  • Sweet potatoes are a natural ingredient, providing a good source of carbohydrates and flavor.
  • Sea salt is a common seasoning that enhances taste without synthetic additives.

Concerns

  • Candle oil is an unusual ingredient for food, raising questions about its safety and suitability for consumption.
  • The use of oil may indicate a higher fat content, which could be a concern for some consumers.

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.

  • Is Sweet Potato safe in this food?

    Good

    Sweet Potato is used here as base. Sweet potato is a nutritious base ingredient, providing natural sweetness and fiber. Its inclusion supports the overall quality of the product.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Patates douces

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sweet Potato

  • Is Candle Oil safe in this food?

    Bad

    Candle Oil is used here as base. Candle oil is not a standard food ingredient and raises safety concerns regarding its consumption and potential contaminants.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Huile de candle

  • Is Sea Salt safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for flavor enhancement, but excessive use can lead to health concerns. Its presence is typical in food products.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Sell de mer

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sea Salt

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: 3387844

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Frequently asked questions

Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Browse Joe's Tasty Travels products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
Joe's Tasty Travels — Sweet Potato 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.
Zerotox gives Joe's Tasty Travels — Sweet Potato 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: sweet potato. See the Ingredients section above.
Joe's Tasty Travels — Sweet Potato has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Joe's Tasty Travels — Sweet Potato has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Joe's Tasty Travels 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.
Our analysis notes: Sweet potatoes are a natural ingredient, providing a good source of carbohydrates and flavor.; Sea salt is a common seasoning that enhances taste without synthetic additives.. See the Pros section above.
Joe's Tasty Travels — Sweet Potato has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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