Tuna Pasta Salad product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Tuna Pasta Salad Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Chef Select

Tuna Pasta Salad is a food from Chef Select. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Modified Starch, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of modified starch and sugar also indicates processing.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality 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 tuna, providing a source of protein and omega fatty acids.
  • Includes oregano and natural extracts, which can enhance flavor naturally.
  • Uses durum wheat pasta, a common choice for its texture and taste.
  • Xanthan gum acts as a thickener, improving the salad's consistency.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.
  • Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may have mixed health implications.
  • Sugar is present, which can contribute to overall sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars.
  • Contains potential allergens like sesame and soy, which may affect sensitive individuals.

Who should avoid this product?

This food may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this food so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3846456

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Allergens detected: tree_nut , sesame , soy , shellfish , egg , mustard , celery , peanut

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Frequently asked questions

The composition includes sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of modified starch and sugar also indicates processing. 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.
Chef Select — Tuna Pasta Salad has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Chef Select products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Browse Chef Select products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
Chef Select — Tuna Pasta Salad has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
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.
Our analysis notes: Contains tuna, providing a source of protein and omega fatty acids.; Includes oregano and natural extracts, which can enhance flavor naturally.; Uses durum wheat pasta, a common choice for its texture and taste.. See the Pros section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: tomato paste, tuna, brandy vinegar. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.; Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may have mixed health implications.; Sugar is present, which can contribute to overall sweetness but raises concerns about added sugars.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.

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