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Is Tomato and Caraway Crackers Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Alka

Alka's Tomato and Caraway Crackers is reviewed here as a snack. 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 Palm Oil.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes white wheat flour and brown sugar, alongside various herbs. However, the presence of palm oil and sugar raises concerns about processing and ingredient quality.

Main concern

Contains palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns and is often linked to environmental issues.

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 whole wheat flour, providing more fiber than refined flour.
  • Includes natural herbs like oregano and basil, which can enhance flavor naturally.
  • Baked product with no artificial colors, indicating a more traditional preparation method.

Concerns

  • Contains palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns and is often linked to environmental issues.
  • Includes brown sugar and sugar, indicating a higher level of sweetness that may not be suitable for all diets.
  • Potential allergen traces of soy, sesame, and mustard could pose risks for sensitive individuals.

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.

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: 4018827

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Allergens detected: soy , sesame , mustard

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Frequently asked questions

Alka — Tomato and Caraway Crackers 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.
Alka — Tomato and Caraway Crackers has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Alka products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Alka — Tomato and Caraway Crackers has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Contains palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns and is often linked to environmental issues.; Includes brown sugar and sugar, indicating a higher level of sweetness that may not be suitable for all diets.; Potential allergen traces of soy, sesame, and mustard could pose risks for sensitive individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections 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.
Our analysis notes: Contains whole wheat flour, providing more fiber than refined flour.; Includes natural herbs like oregano and basil, which can enhance flavor naturally.; Baked product with no artificial colors, indicating a more traditional preparation method.. See the Pros section above.
The composition includes white wheat flour and brown sugar, alongside various herbs. However, the presence of palm oil and sugar raises concerns about processing and ingredient quality. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: caraway, oregano, basil. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Zerotox gives Alka — Tomato and Caraway Crackers a safety score of 60 / 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.

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