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Is Vegan Lemon Curd Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Garant

Garant's Vegan Lemon Curd is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 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 Sodium Benzoate, Beta Carotene.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sugar and corn starch, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sodium benzoate (E202) as a preservative raises quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.

Main concern

High sugar content from added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.

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 lemon juice (23%), providing a natural citrus flavor.
  • Pectin is used as a thickening agent, which is a natural polysaccharide.
  • Natural flavors contribute to the overall taste without artificial additives.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
  • Sodium benzoate (E202) is a synthetic preservative that may raise safety concerns.
  • Corn starch is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.
  • Beta-carotene as a colorant is synthetic and may not be desirable for all consumers.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness and flavor enhancement, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Socker

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Water safe in this food?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in this product, contributing to the desired consistency without raising safety concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: vatten

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Lemon Juice safe in this food?

    Good

    Lemon Juice is used here as flavor. Lemon juice (23%) provides natural acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the curd.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: citronjuice 23%

    Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice

  • Is Corn Starch safe in this food?

    Medium

    Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is used to thicken the product, but it is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: majsstärkelse

  • Is Pectin safe in this food?

    Good

    Pectin is used here as stabilizer. Pectin is a natural thickening agent derived from fruits, contributing to the texture without synthetic additives.

    Role in formula: stabilizer

    Original: förtjockningsmedel (pektin)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Pectin

  • Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?

    Medium

    Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance the taste profile but may vary in composition, raising some quality concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: naturliga aromer

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Flavors

  • Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this food?

    Bad

    Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate (E202) is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: konserveringsmedel (E202)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Benzoate

  • Is Beta Carotene safe in this food?

    Bad

    Beta Carotene is used here as colorant. Beta-carotene is a synthetic colorant that may not be desirable for consumers seeking natural ingredients.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: färgämne (betakaroten)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Beta Carotene

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: 4059562

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Frequently asked questions

Garant — Vegan Lemon Curd has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Garant products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Garant — Vegan Lemon Curd has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Zerotox gives Garant — Vegan Lemon Curd 60 / 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.
Garant — Vegan Lemon Curd has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, lemon juice, pectin. See the Ingredients section above.
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.
The composition includes sugar and corn starch, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sodium benzoate (E202) as a preservative raises quality concerns due to its synthetic nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.; Sodium benzoate (E202) is a synthetic preservative that may raise safety concerns.; Corn starch is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Contains lemon juice (23%), providing a natural citrus flavor.; Pectin is used as a thickening agent, which is a natural polysaccharide.; Natural flavors contribute to the overall taste without artificial additives.. See the Pros section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Garant — Vegan Lemon Curd has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.

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