Is Tomato Sauce with Red Pepper and Chili Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Billa
Billa's Tomato Sauce with Red Pepper and Chili is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This tomato sauce contains a mix of good and medium ingredients. While it has a high percentage of tomatoes, the presence of sugar and salt raises some concerns about its overall quality.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
This tomato sauce contains a mix of good and medium ingredients. While it has a high percentage of tomatoes, the presence of sugar and salt raises some concerns about its overall quality.
Main concern
Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.
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
- High tomato content (79%) indicates a strong base of natural ingredients, contributing positively to the rating.
- Includes olive oil, which is a good source of healthy fats and enhances flavor without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Contains added sugar, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Sodium content from added salt may be a concern for those monitoring salt 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 Diced Tomatoes safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Diced Tomatoes is used here as base. Diced tomatoes form the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and nutrients. Their high percentage supports the sauce's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Krájená rajčata
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as base. Tomato paste enhances the sauce's richness and depth of flavor, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: rajčatový protlak
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Is Red Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Red Pepper is used here as flavor. Red pepper adds natural sweetness and flavor complexity, enhancing the sauce's taste profile without artificial ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: červená paprika
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Is Olive Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Olive Oil is used here as base. Olive oil provides healthy fats and contributes to the sauce's texture and flavor, supporting a positive quality assessment.
Role in formula: base
Original: olivový olej
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be necessary given the natural sweetness of tomatoes, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukr
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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 can contribute to high sodium levels, which is a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jedlá sůl
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic adds a robust flavor and is a natural ingredient, enhancing the sauce's overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: česnek
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Is Parsley safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Parsley is used here as flavor. Parsley is used for flavor and color, contributing positively to the sauce's freshness and natural profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: petržel
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Is Chili Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Chili Extract is used here as flavor. Chili extract adds heat and flavor complexity but may not be suitable for all consumers, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrakt z chilli
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: 4244070
More from this brand: Billa products in Zerotox
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