Is Turron Cake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Alteza
Turron Cake is a food from Alteza. It has a Zerotox safety score of 70/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes toasted almond (60%) and honey (10), but also contains sugar and egg white, raising concerns about high sugar content and potential allergens.
Main concern
High sugar content from added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health implications.
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
- Toasted almond (60%) provides a natural nutty flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.
- Honey (10%) adds natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the product's taste profile.
Concerns
- High sugar content from added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health implications.
- Contains egg white, which may pose allergen risks for individuals with egg allergies.
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.
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Is Toasted Almond safe in this food?
Good
Toasted Almond is used here as base. Toasted almond is the primary ingredient, providing flavor and texture. Its natural composition supports quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Almendra tostada
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its high content raises concerns about health implications and excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar
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Is Honey safe in this food?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey serves as a natural sweetener, contributing flavor and potential benefits, though it adds to the sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: miel
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Is Egg White safe in this food?
Medium
Egg White is used here as base. Egg white is used for texture and binding, but it may pose allergen risks for those sensitive to eggs.
Role in formula: base
Original: clara de huevo
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Is Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as emulsifier. Potato starch is used in the wafer coating, providing structure but is a processed ingredient with moderate concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: fécula de patata
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is included in the wafer, serving as a fat source but raises concerns about processed oils.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: aceite de girasol
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: 4189664
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Allergens detected: egg , peanut , tree_nut , sesame
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