Teriyaki Sauce product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Teriyaki Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Taste Of Asia

Taste Of Asia's Teriyaki Sauce is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Caramel Color E150c.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate (E211) as a preservative and caramel color (E150c) as an artificial colorant. These synthetic additives raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate (E211) is 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 soybeans, providing a source of flavor and umami.
  • Vinegar acts as a natural acidulant, enhancing taste and preservation.
  • Water is the primary ingredient, ensuring a liquid consistency.
  • Stabilizer E1422 helps maintain texture and consistency.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.
  • Caramel color (E150c) is an artificial colorant, indicating processing.
  • Wheat flour may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
  • High sugar content can be a concern for those monitoring sugar intake.

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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.

  • 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: Vesi

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar adds sweetness to the sauce, balancing the savory flavors but raises concerns about high sugar content.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: sokeri

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Soybean safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Soybean is used here as flavor. Soybeans contribute to the umami flavor profile of the sauce, enhancing its overall taste and appeal.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: soijapapu

    Read the full ingredient profile for Soybean

  • Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar provides acidity, which enhances flavor and acts as a natural preservative in the sauce.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: etikka

    Read the full ingredient profile for Vinegar

  • Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, but excessive intake can be a concern for health.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: suola

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Stabilizer E1422 safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Stabilizer E1422 is used here as stabilizer. E1422 is a modified starch used to stabilize the sauce's texture, though it raises concerns about processed ingredients.

    Role in formula: stabilizer

    Original: stabilointiaine (E 1422)

  • Is Wheat Flour safe in this sauce condiment?

    Medium

    Wheat Flour is used here as thickener. Wheat flour acts as a thickener, contributing to the sauce's consistency but may pose gluten issues for some consumers.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: vehnäjauho

  • Is Caramel Color E150c safe in this sauce condiment?

    Bad

    Caramel Color E150c is used here as colorant. Caramel color E150c is an artificial colorant that indicates processing and raises quality concerns regarding synthetic additives.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: väri (E 150c)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Caramel Color E150c

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: 4060024

More from this brand: Taste Of Asia products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: wheat

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Frequently asked questions

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We detected: wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and 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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, soybean, vinegar. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate (E211) is a synthetic preservative that raises safety concerns.; Caramel color (E150c) is an artificial colorant, indicating processing.; Wheat flour may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Contains soybeans, providing a source of flavor and umami.; Vinegar acts as a natural acidulant, enhancing taste and preservation.; Water is the primary ingredient, ensuring a liquid consistency.. See the Pros section above.
Taste Of Asia — Teriyaki Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
Taste Of Asia — Teriyaki Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Taste Of Asia products. 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.
The composition includes sodium benzoate (E211) as a preservative and caramel color (E150c) as an artificial colorant. These synthetic additives raise quality concerns, impacting the overall rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Taste Of Asia — Teriyaki 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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