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Is Tikka Masala Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Uncle Ben's

This page reviews Tikka Masala by Uncle Ben's as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and preservatives also contribute to a moderate rating.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and preservatives also contribute to a moderate rating.

Main concern

Canola oil is a highly processed oil, raising concerns about quality and health implications.

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 basmati rice, a whole grain that provides a good source of carbohydrates.
  • Includes spices and turmeric, which can enhance flavor and provide color naturally.

Concerns

  • Canola oil is a highly processed oil, raising concerns about quality and health implications.
  • Natural flavors and yeast extract may contain additives that are not fully disclosed, impacting transparency.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.

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: 3238098

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Uncle Ben's — Tikka Masala 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.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like canola oil and maltodextrin, which raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and preservatives also contribute to a moderate rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Uncle Ben's — Tikka Masala has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Uncle Ben's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains basmati rice, a whole grain that provides a good source of carbohydrates.; Includes spices and turmeric, which can enhance flavor and provide color naturally.. See the Pros section above.
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, basmati rice, tomato powder. See the Ingredients section above.
Uncle Ben's — Tikka Masala 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.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Uncle Ben's — Tikka Masala 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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