Is Tra Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Galbusera
Galbusera's Tra 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 Glucose Fructose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes wheat flour and high oleic sunflower oil, but also contains glucose-fructose syrup and various leavening agents. These additives raise concerns about processing and quality.
Main concern
Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
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
- Wheat flour is a primary ingredient, providing structure and texture.
- High oleic sunflower oil is a better fat option, offering stability and a healthier profile.
- Rosemary extract serves as a natural antioxidant, potentially enhancing shelf life.
Concerns
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
- The presence of multiple leavening agents indicates a highly processed product.
- Potential allergens like milk and nuts may 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.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is the main ingredient, providing essential carbohydrates and structure to the snack. Its quality is generally acceptable.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farina di frumento
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Is High Oleic Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Good
High Oleic Sunflower Oil is used here as base. This oil is a healthier fat option, known for its stability and beneficial fatty acid profile, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: olio di girasole alto oleico
Read the full ingredient profile for High Oleic Sunflower Oil
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is used for texture and consistency, but its processing raises some concerns regarding quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amido di frumento
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake and raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sciroppo di glucosio-fruttosio
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Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Ammonium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Ammonium bicarbonate is a leavening agent that helps the product rise but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonato acido di ammonio
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Is Monocalcium Phosphate safe in this snack?
Medium
Monocalcium Phosphate is used here as leavening agent. Monocalcium phosphate is used as a leavening agent, contributing to the product's texture but is a processed additive.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: fosfato monocalcico
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent, aiding in the rise of the product, but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonato acido di sodio
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a necessary ingredient in baked goods, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sale
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor and color but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: estratto di malto d'orzo
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Is Corn Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Corn Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Corn malt extract contributes to flavor and texture but is also a processed ingredient, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: estratto di malto di mais
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Is Rosemary Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Rosemary Extract is used here as antioxidant. Rosemary extract is a natural antioxidant that helps preserve freshness, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: estratto di rosmarino
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: 3578722
More from this brand: Galbusera products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: soy , mustard , milk , egg , sesame , hazelnuts , other nuts
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