Tuna in Tomato Sauce product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Tuna in Tomato Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Calvo

Calvo's Tuna in Tomato Sauce 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 Sugar, Modified Starch.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes tuna and tomato sauce, but also contains sugar and modified starch, which raise quality concerns. The presence of natural flavors and preservatives indicates a processed product.

Main concern

Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness.

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 tuna, a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Tomato sauce provides some vitamins and antioxidants.
  • Natural flavors may enhance taste without synthetic additives.

Concerns

  • Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness.
  • Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may not be ideal for all consumers.
  • Natural flavors lack transparency regarding their exact composition.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 4154607

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Frequently asked questions

Calvo — Tuna in Tomato Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains tuna, a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.; Tomato sauce provides some vitamins and antioxidants.; Natural flavors may enhance taste without synthetic additives.. See the Pros section above.
Calvo — Tuna in Tomato Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Calvo products. 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.
Calvo — Tuna in Tomato Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
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This product is flagged for: Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness.; Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may not be ideal for all consumers.; Natural flavors lack transparency regarding their exact composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections 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.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
The composition includes tuna and tomato sauce, but also contains sugar and modified starch, which raise quality concerns. The presence of natural flavors and preservatives indicates a processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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