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Is Traditional Batata Palha Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Elma Chips

This page reviews Traditional Batata Palha by Elma Chips as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The composition includes palm oil and soybean oil, both of which are processed fats. These raise concerns about the quality and health implications of the product.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes palm oil and soybean oil, both of which are processed fats. These raise concerns about the quality and health implications of the product.

Main concern

Palm oil is a processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns.

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 batata, a natural ingredient that provides a base for the snack.
  • The use of salt enhances flavor, contributing to the overall taste experience.

Concerns

  • Palm oil is a processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns.
  • Soybean oil is also a refined oil, which may have negative health implications.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.

  • Is Potato safe in this snack?

    Good

    Potato is used here as base. Potato serves as the primary ingredient, providing a natural base for the snack. Its quality is generally high when sourced properly.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Batata

    Read the full ingredient profile for Potato

  • Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a commonly used fat in snacks, but its processing and environmental impact raise concerns about sustainability and health.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: óleo de palma

    Read the full ingredient profile for Palm Oil

  • Is Soybean Oil safe in this snack?

    Medium

    Soybean Oil is used here as base. Soybean oil is a refined oil that is often used for frying. Its health implications are debated due to processing methods.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: óleo de soja

    Read the full ingredient profile for Soybean Oil

  • Is Salt safe in this snack?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor in this snack, contributing to taste without raising significant health concerns when used in moderation.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: sal

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

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: 4110376

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Frequently asked questions

Elma Chips — Traditional Batata Palha has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: potato, salt. See the Ingredients section above.
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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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This product is flagged for: Palm oil is a processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns.; Soybean oil is also a refined oil, which may have negative health implications.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Zerotox gives Elma Chips — Traditional Batata Palha 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.
Elma Chips — Traditional Batata Palha has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Elma Chips products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes palm oil and soybean oil, both of which are processed fats. These raise concerns about the quality and health implications of the product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains batata, a natural ingredient that provides a base for the snack.; The use of salt enhances flavor, contributing to the overall taste experience.. See the Pros section above.
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