Vegemite (Gluten Free) product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Vegemite (Gluten Free) Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Bega Cheese

Bega Cheese's Vegemite (Gluten Free) 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 Caramel Color.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes yeast extract and several vitamins, but also contains E150a, a synthetic colorant, and potassium chloride, a flavor enhancer. These raise quality concerns.

Main concern

E150a is a synthetic colorant that raises concerns about artificial additives in the product.

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

  • Yeast extract provides a source of umami flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
  • Contains essential vitamins like niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, and folic acid, contributing to nutritional value.

Concerns

  • E150a is a synthetic colorant that raises concerns about artificial additives in the product.
  • Potassium chloride, while a flavor enhancer, is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.

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: 4259667

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Allergens detected: celery

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Bega Cheese — Vegemite (Gluten Free) 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.
The composition includes yeast extract and several vitamins, but also contains E150a, a synthetic colorant, and potassium chloride, a flavor enhancer. These raise quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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Bega Cheese — Vegemite (Gluten Free) 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.
Bega Cheese — Vegemite (Gluten Free) has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown 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.
Our analysis notes: Yeast extract provides a source of umami flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.; Contains essential vitamins like niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, and folic acid, contributing to nutritional value.. See the Pros section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
We detected: celery. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: yeast extract, celery extract, niacin. See the Ingredients section above.

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