Is Uncle Bens Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ben's Original
Uncle Bens Sauce is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Ben's Original. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes modified corn starch and sugar, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of paprika extract as a colorant also indicates some level of processing.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes modified corn starch and sugar, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of paprika extract as a colorant also indicates some level of processing.
Main concern
Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
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 tomatoes (13%) and carrots (7.9%), which provide some natural flavor and color.
- Includes pineapple (3.5%) and green pepper (3.3%), adding fruitiness and freshness to the sauce.
Concerns
- Modified corn starch is a processed thickener that may raise concerns about ingredient quality.
- Sugar is present, which is a processed ingredient that can contribute to health concerns.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, providing the necessary liquid base for the other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Tomato safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato is used here as natural_extract. Tomatoes (13%) contribute natural flavor, color, and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Tomaten
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its processed nature raises concerns about the overall healthiness of the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Carrot safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Carrot is used here as natural_extract. Carrots (7.9%) add natural sweetness and color, contributing positively to the sauce's flavor profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Karotten
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as natural_extract. Onions (6.9%) provide flavor depth and aroma, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Zwiebeln
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Is Distilled Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Distilled Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Distilled vinegar adds acidity, balancing the sweetness and enhancing flavor preservation.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Branntweinessig
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Is Pineapple safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Pineapple is used here as natural_extract. Pineapple (3.5%) adds a sweet and tangy flavor, contributing to the sauce's unique taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Ananas
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Is Green Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Green Pepper is used here as natural_extract. Green pepper (3.3%) adds a fresh, slightly bitter flavor, enhancing the sauce's complexity.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: grüner Paprika
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent, but its processed nature raises concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Maisstärke
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Is Red Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Red Pepper is used here as natural_extract. Red pepper (1.9%) contributes color and flavor, enhancing the overall sensory experience of the sauce.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: roter Paprika
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor, but excessive consumption can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil serves as an emulsifier, but its refined nature may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sonnenblumenöl
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Is Coloring Paprika Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Coloring Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for coloring, indicating some level of processing and raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Farbstoff (Paprikaextrakt)
Read the full ingredient profile for Coloring Paprika Extract
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance flavor complexity, contributing positively to the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze
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: 3808060
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