Is Traditional Chunky Tomato Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Heinz
Heinz's Traditional Chunky Tomato 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 composition includes inverted sugar and modified starch, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and citric acid are also present, indicating a mix of good and medium quality components.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes inverted sugar and modified starch, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. Natural flavors and citric acid are also present, indicating a mix of good and medium quality components.
Main concern
Inverted sugar is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
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 natural herbs like basil and oregano, which enhance flavor without synthetic additives.
- Tomato is the primary ingredient, providing a base rich in flavor and natural goodness.
Concerns
- Inverted sugar is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
- Modified starch is used as a thickener, which may indicate a level of processing that detracts from overall quality.
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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Tomato safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato is used here as base. Tomato serves as the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and essential nutrients. Its presence supports the sauce's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomate
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Is Inverted Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Inverted Sugar is used here as sweetener. Inverted sugar is a processed sweetener that enhances sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: açúcar invertido
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Is Modified Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is used to improve texture and consistency, but its processed nature may detract from the overall quality of the sauce.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amido modificado
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is a common seasoning that enhances flavor. Its presence is typical in sauces, contributing to taste without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds depth of flavor and aroma to the sauce, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cebola
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Is Parsley safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Parsley is a natural herb that enhances flavor and adds freshness to the sauce, supporting its quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: salsa
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic contributes a robust flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: alho
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Is Basil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Basil is used here as natural_extract. Basil is a natural herb that adds a distinct flavor profile, enhancing the sauce's quality and taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: manjericão
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Is Oregano safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Oregano is used here as natural_extract. Oregano is a natural herb that contributes to the sauce's flavor complexity, supporting its overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: orégano
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Is Thyme safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Thyme is used here as natural_extract. Thyme adds a unique flavor and aroma, enhancing the sauce's overall taste without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: tomilho
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract is used to enhance umami flavor, but its processed nature may raise some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrato de levedura
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is included to enhance taste, but its vague nature raises questions about specific components.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma natural*
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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 adjust acidity and preserve freshness, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidulante ácido cítrico
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: 4111275
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