Is Toni's Mozzarella Safe? Ingredient Analysis
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Toni's Mozzarella is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Toni's. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition of Toni's Mozzarella includes pasteurized Swiss milk, salt, and citric acid. This combination indicates a clean product with minimal processing and no synthetic additives.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition of Toni's Mozzarella includes pasteurized Swiss milk, salt, and citric acid. This combination indicates a clean product with minimal processing and no synthetic additives.
Main concern
The presence of salt raises concerns for those monitoring sodium intake, though it's common in cheese.
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
- Pasteurized Swiss milk is a high-quality ingredient, ensuring safety and freshness.
- Citric acid serves as a natural acidifier, enhancing flavor without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- The presence of salt raises concerns for those monitoring sodium intake, though it's common in cheese.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Pasteurized Swiss Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Swiss Milk is used here as base. Pasteurized Swiss milk is the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients and a creamy texture. Its pasteurization ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria.
Role in formula: base
Original: Lait suisse pasteurisé
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is added for flavor enhancement and preservation. While necessary in cheese, excessive consumption can be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel de cuisine
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dairy?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acidifier that helps in curd formation and adds a slight tang to the cheese. It is generally recognized as safe and effective.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidifiant (acide citrique)
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: 4075573
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