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Is Vegan Burger - American Style Safe? Ingredient Analysis

My Vay

My Vay's Vegan Burger - American Style is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Methylcellulose.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

The composition includes textured soy protein concentrate and methylcellulose as a thickener. While soy protein is a good source of plant protein, methylcellulose raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.

Main concern

Methylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that may raise concerns regarding processed ingredients and their long-term health effects.

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

  • Textured soy protein concentrate provides a good source of plant-based protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
  • The use of rapeseed oil offers a source of unsaturated fats, which are generally considered healthier than saturated fats.

Concerns

  • Methylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that may raise concerns regarding processed ingredients and their long-term health effects.
  • Natural flavoring is vague and may include additives that are not disclosed, which can be a concern for ingredient transparency.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, 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: 3854315

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Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. My Vay — Vegan Burger - American Style has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox gives My Vay — Vegan Burger - American Style 70 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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My Vay — Vegan Burger - American Style has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, textured soy protein concentrate, pea protein. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Methylcellulose is a synthetic thickener that may raise concerns regarding processed ingredients and their long-term health effects.; Natural flavoring is vague and may include additives that are not disclosed, which can be a concern for ingredient transparency.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
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Our analysis notes: Textured soy protein concentrate provides a good source of plant-based protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.; The use of rapeseed oil offers a source of unsaturated fats, which are generally considered healthier than saturated fats.. See the Pros section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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.

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