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Is Vegan Gouda Cheese Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Eco Chef

This page reviews Vegan Gouda Cheese by Eco Chef as a dairy. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.

This vegan gouda cheese features a composition of natural ingredients like coconut milk and nutritional yeast. The presence of olive oil and pink salt supports its clean rating.

85 / 100

Good quality

Why score is 85

This vegan gouda cheese features a composition of natural ingredients like coconut milk and nutritional yeast. The presence of olive oil and pink salt supports its clean rating.

Main concern

Potato protein and starch may raise concerns for those sensitive to nightshades, potentially limiting its appeal.

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

  • Coconut milk provides a creamy texture, enhancing the mouthfeel of this vegan cheese.
  • Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor and is a source of B vitamins, contributing positively to the overall profile.
  • Olive oil is a healthy fat that supports flavor and texture without synthetic additives.
  • Pink salt is a natural mineral salt that enhances flavor without the concerns associated with refined salts.

Concerns

  • Potato protein and starch may raise concerns for those sensitive to nightshades, potentially limiting its appeal.
  • The use of starch can indicate a processed ingredient, which may detract from the overall perception of naturalness.
  • While generally safe, the presence of salt could be a concern for individuals monitoring sodium intake.
  • The product lacks a broader range of nutrients typically found in dairy cheeses, which may affect its overall nutritional profile.

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dairy and why it matters.

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: 3527088

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Frequently asked questions

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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, coconut milk, nutritional yeast. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Eco Chef — Vegan Gouda Cheese has a Zerotox safety score of 85 / 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.
Eco Chef — Vegan Gouda Cheese has a Zerotox score of 85 / 100 among dairy products. See the full breakdown above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Coconut milk provides a creamy texture, enhancing the mouthfeel of this vegan cheese.; Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor and is a source of B vitamins, contributing positively to the overall profile.; Olive oil is a healthy fat that supports flavor and texture without synthetic additives.. See the Pros section above.
This vegan gouda cheese features a composition of natural ingredients like coconut milk and nutritional yeast. The presence of olive oil and pink salt supports its clean rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product scores 85 / 100 with fewer concerning ingredients. See the Pros and Ingredients sections above.
Yes. Eco Chef — Vegan Gouda Cheese has a Zerotox score of 85 / 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.
This product is flagged for: Potato protein and starch may raise concerns for those sensitive to nightshades, potentially limiting its appeal.; The use of starch can indicate a processed ingredient, which may detract from the overall perception of naturalness.; While generally safe, the presence of salt could be a concern for individuals monitoring sodium intake.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.

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