Is Wafrets Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Jack N Jill
Wafrets is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Jack N Jill. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Sugar, Tbhq affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and artificial flavors, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of whey and soy lecithin indicates dairy and soy content, affecting dietary choices.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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 wheat flour, providing a base for texture and structure.
- Includes vegetable oil, which can be a source of fat in the product.
- Whey adds a dairy component, contributing to flavor and texture.
- Raising agents help achieve the desired texture in the wafers.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Artificial flavors may indicate a lack of natural flavoring, affecting quality perception.
- Contains palm oil, which raises sustainability concerns.
- Presence of TBHQ and BHA as antioxidants may raise questions about synthetic additives.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Bar Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Bar Wheat Flour is used here as base. Bar wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the wafers. Its quality is generally acceptable.
Role in formula: base
Original: BAR WHEAT FLOUR
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Is Vegetable Oil Coconut safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oil Coconut is used here as base. Coconut oil is used for moisture and texture but is a processed fat, raising some concerns about health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: VEGETABLE OIL (COCONUT)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to high caloric content and potential health issues when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Whey safe in this snack?
Good
Whey is used here as base. Whey is a dairy protein that adds flavor and texture, though it may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEY
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as raising agent. Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent, helping the wafers rise. It is generally safe but can raise sodium levels.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: SODIUM BICARBONATE
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Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Ammonium Bicarbonate is used here as raising agent. Ammonium bicarbonate is another leavening agent that helps achieve the desired texture but may raise concerns about its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: raising agent
Original: AMMONIUM BICARBONATE
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is used to improve texture and stability but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: EMULSIFIER (SOYA LECITHIN)
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is added for flavor and to provide essential iodine, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: IODIZED SALT
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is also present in the cream filling, compounding the concerns about high sugar content in the overall product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Vegetable Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Fat is used here as base. Vegetable fat, including coconut and palm, contributes to texture but raises sustainability concerns due to palm oil.
Role in formula: base
Original: VEGETABLE FAT [COCONUT, PALM]
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Is Tbhq safe in this snack?
Bad
Tbhq is used here as antioxidant. TBHQ is a synthetic antioxidant used to prolong shelf life but raises safety concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: ANTIOXIDANTS (TBHQ)
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Is Bha safe in this snack?
Bad
Bha is used here as antioxidant. BHA is another synthetic antioxidant that may pose health risks, raising concerns about its inclusion in food products.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: BHA
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Is Whey safe in this snack?
Good
Whey is used here as base. Whey in the cream filling adds flavor and texture, though it may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHEY
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Is Cocoa safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa is used here as base. Cocoa adds flavor and color to the cream filling, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCOA
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is used again in the cream filling for texture and stability, raising similar concerns as before.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: EMULSIFIER (SOYA LECITHIN)
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt in the cream filling enhances flavor and provides essential iodine, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: IODIZED SALT
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Is Artificial Flavors safe in this snack?
Bad
Artificial Flavors is used here as flavor. Artificial flavors are used to enhance taste but raise concerns about synthetic additives and their potential health effects.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS
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: 3916440
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Allergens detected: wheat , milk , soy
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