Takis Fuego product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Takis Fuego Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Barcel

Barcel's Takis Fuego is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sodium Diacetate, Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Artificial Color Red 40.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

Analysis reveals several synthetic additives like sodium diacetate and artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 6) which raise quality concerns. The presence of partially hydrogenated oils also indicates a less favorable composition.

Main concern

Includes sodium diacetate, a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.

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 corn flour, a basic ingredient providing structure and texture.
  • Natural flavoring is included, which may enhance taste without synthetic alternatives.

Concerns

  • Includes sodium diacetate, a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
  • Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil is present, indicating trans fat content which is linked to health risks.
  • Artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 6) are used, which are often criticized for potential health implications.
  • Contains maltodextrin, a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about its impact on blood sugar levels.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Corn Flour safe in this snack?

    Good

    Corn Flour is used here as base. Corn flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing the main structure and texture of the snack. It is a natural, minimally processed ingredient.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: HARINA DE MAÍZ

  • Is Vegetable Oil Seasoning safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Vegetable Oil Seasoning is used here as flavor. This seasoning includes iodized salt and sugar, which enhance flavor but raise concerns about added sugars and sodium levels.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: ACETE VEGETAL SAZONADOR (SAL YODADA, AZÚCAR, SABORIZANTE NATURAL E IDENTICO AL NATURAL, ÁCIDO CÍTRICO, PROTEINA DE SOYA, LEVADURA, GMS,MALTODEXTRINA, DIACETATO SÓDICO, ACEITE VEGETAL PARCIALMENTE HIDROGENADO, LACA (ROJO 40 Y AMARILLO 6), CEBOLLA, EXTRACTO DE CHILE, BICARBONATO DE SODIO, INOSINATO Y GUANILATO DE SODIO)

  • Is Sodium Diacetate safe in this snack?

    Bad

    Sodium Diacetate is used here as preservative. Sodium diacetate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about long-term health effects.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: DIACETATO SÓDICO

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Diacetate

  • Is Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?

    Bad

    Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as base. This ingredient is a source of trans fats, which are associated with various health risks, including heart disease.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: ACEITE VEGETAL PARCIALMENTE HIDROGENADO

    Read the full ingredient profile for Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

  • Is Artificial Color Red 40 safe in this snack?

    Bad

    Artificial Color Red 40 is used here as colorant. Red 40 is an artificial colorant linked to potential behavioral issues in children and other health concerns.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: LACA (ROJO 40)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Artificial Color Red 40

  • Is Artificial Color Yellow 6 safe in this snack?

    Bad

    Artificial Color Yellow 6 is used here as colorant. Yellow 6 is another artificial colorant that has been associated with allergic reactions and other health concerns.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: AMARILLO 6

    Read the full ingredient profile for Artificial Color Yellow 6

  • Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can affect blood sugar levels and is often derived from corn or rice.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: MALTODEXTRINA

    Read the full ingredient profile for Maltodextrin

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: 4064760

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Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , egg , gluten

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

This product is flagged for: Includes sodium diacetate, a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.; Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil is present, indicating trans fat content which is linked to health risks.; Artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 6) are used, which are often criticized for potential health implications.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Main concerns for this product: Includes sodium diacetate, a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.; Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil is present, indicating trans fat content which is linked to health risks.. See the full list above.
Barcel — Takis Fuego has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Barcel products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: milk, egg, gluten. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: corn flour. See the Ingredients section above.
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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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Zerotox gives Barcel — Takis Fuego a safety score of 45 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Analysis reveals several synthetic additives like sodium diacetate and artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 6) which raise quality concerns. The presence of partially hydrogenated oils also indicates a less favorable composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Browse Barcel products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.

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