Is Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Balsamic Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Omv
Omv's Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Balsamic 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 Modified Maize Starch, Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The sauce contains a mix of good and medium ingredients, including tomatoes and balsamic vinegar. However, the presence of sugar and modified maize starch raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processing.
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
- Tomatoes (45%) provide a natural base, contributing to flavor and quality.
- Balsamic vinegar adds depth and complexity, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Roasted garlic purée offers a rich flavor, elevating the sauce's culinary appeal.
Concerns
- Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processing.
- Modified maize starch is a processed thickener that may indicate lower quality.
- The presence of salt could be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Tomatoes safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomatoes is used here as base. Tomatoes serve as the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and nutrients. Their high content supports the sauce's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomatoes (45%)
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Is Tomato Puree From Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato Puree From Concentrate is used here as base. Tomato purée enhances the sauce's tomato flavor and consistency, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomato Purée from concentrate (24%)
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient used to adjust the sauce's consistency without affecting flavor or quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Onions safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onions is used here as flavor. Onions add a savory flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce while being a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Onions
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used for texture and mouthfeel but is a processed oil that may raise some quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapeseed Oil
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Is Balsamic Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Balsamic Vinegar is used here as flavor. Balsamic vinegar adds acidity and complexity, enhancing the flavor profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Balsamic Vinegar (2%) [Wine Vinegar, Concentrated Grape Must]
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Is Modified Maize Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Modified Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Modified maize starch is a processed thickener that may indicate lower quality and raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Modified Maize Starch
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be necessary and raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Herbs safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Herbs is used here as flavor. Herbs contribute natural flavors and aromas, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Herbs
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Is Roasted Garlic Puree safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Roasted Garlic Puree is used here as flavor. Roasted garlic purée provides a rich, savory flavor that enhances the sauce's overall appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Roasted Garlic Purée
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but may be a concern for those monitoring sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity, which is common in sauces but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)
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Is Cracked Black Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Cracked Black Pepper is used here as flavor. Cracked black pepper adds a natural spiciness and flavor complexity to the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Cracked Black Pepper
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: 3963148
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