Is Tuna in Vegetable Oil Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Galeao
Tuna in Vegetable Oil is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Galeao. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
This product contains tuna (65%) and sunflower oil (34%), indicating a composition with minimal processing and no synthetic additives, supporting a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
This product contains tuna (65%) and sunflower oil (34%), indicating a composition with minimal processing and no synthetic additives, supporting a clean rating.
Main concern
Contains added salt, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
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
- High tuna content (65%) provides a good source of protein and omega fatty acids.
- Sunflower oil (34%) is a natural oil, contributing healthy fats without synthetic processing.
Concerns
- Contains added salt, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
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 snack.
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Is Tuna safe in this snack?
Good
Tuna is used here as base. Tuna is a high-quality protein source, providing essential nutrients and omega fatty acids, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Atum
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a natural oil used for preservation and flavor, offering healthy fats without raising significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Óleo de Girassol
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive consumption can lead to health concerns, impacting the overall rating.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sal
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: 3999313
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