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Is Ultra Blue Hawaiian Monster Energy Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Monster Energy

Monster Energy's Ultra Blue Hawaiian Monster Energy is reviewed here as a soft drink. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Potassium Sorbate, Acesulfame Potassium, Sodium Benzoate.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which raise concerns about quality and safety. Additionally, preservatives like potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate indicate a highly processed product.

Main concern

Presence of multiple artificial sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame potassium raises 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 taurine, which is often included for its potential energy-boosting effects.
  • Includes natural flavors, suggesting some components may be derived from natural sources.

Concerns

  • Presence of multiple artificial sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame potassium raises quality concerns.
  • Synthetic preservatives such as potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate indicate a highly processed composition.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, 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: 3266318

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Frequently asked questions

Monster Energy — Ultra Blue Hawaiian Monster Energy has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Presence of multiple artificial sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame potassium raises quality concerns.; Synthetic preservatives such as potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate indicate a highly processed composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Monster Energy — Ultra Blue Hawaiian Monster Energy has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Monster Energy products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Presence of multiple artificial sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame potassium raises quality concerns.; Synthetic preservatives such as potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate indicate a highly processed composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Contains taurine, which is often included for its potential energy-boosting effects.; Includes natural flavors, suggesting some components may be derived from natural sources.. See the Pros section above.
Monster Energy — Ultra Blue Hawaiian Monster Energy has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 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.
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which raise concerns about quality and safety. Additionally, preservatives like potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate indicate a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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