White Cabbage product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is White Cabbage Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Billa

This page reviews White Cabbage by Billa as a food. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Potassium Metabisulfite.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes white cabbage and several additives like sugar and potassium metabisulfite. These additives raise concerns about processing and quality.

Main concern

Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweetness in a vegetable 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

  • Contains white cabbage, a natural ingredient that provides essential nutrients.
  • Includes mustard seeds, which can enhance flavor and add a unique taste.

Concerns

  • Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweetness in a vegetable product.
  • Potassium metabisulfite is a synthetic antioxidant that may raise quality concerns.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

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

  • Is White Cabbage safe in this food?

    Good

    White Cabbage is used here as base. White cabbage serves as the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and nutrients. Its presence supports the overall quality of the product.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Bílé zelí

    Read the full ingredient profile for White Cabbage

  • Is Drinking Water safe in this food?

    Good

    Drinking Water is used here as solvent. Drinking water is used to maintain moisture and texture in the product, ensuring it remains palatable and fresh.

    Role in formula: solvent

    Original: pitná voda

    Read the full ingredient profile for Drinking Water

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not align with the expectations of a vegetable-based product, raising concerns about unnecessary additives.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: cukr

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Table Salt safe in this food?

    Good

    Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, contributing to the overall taste profile of the product.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: jedlá sůl

    Read the full ingredient profile for Table Salt

  • Is Fermented Ethyl Vinegar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Fermented Ethyl Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Fermented ethyl vinegar adds acidity and flavor, but its processing raises some concerns about the overall quality.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: kvasný ocet lihový

  • Is Mustard Seed safe in this food?

    Good

    Mustard Seed is used here as natural_extract. Mustard seed adds a distinct flavor and potential health benefits, enhancing the product's overall quality.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: hořčičné semeno

    Read the full ingredient profile for Mustard Seed

  • Is Natural Flavors safe in this food?

    Medium

    Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are included to enhance taste, but their processing may raise questions about transparency in ingredient sourcing.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: přírodní aromata

    Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Flavors

  • Is Cumin safe in this food?

    Good

    Cumin is used here as flavor. Cumin contributes a unique flavor profile and potential health benefits, supporting the product's overall quality.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: kmín

    Read the full ingredient profile for Cumin

  • Is Potassium Metabisulfite safe in this food?

    Bad

    Potassium Metabisulfite is used here as antioxidant. Potassium metabisulfite is a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve freshness but raises concerns about synthetic additives in food.

    Role in formula: antioxidant

    Original: antioxidant: disiřičitan draselný

    Read the full ingredient profile for Potassium Metabisulfite

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: 4191476

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Frequently asked questions

Billa — White Cabbage 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.
Zerotox gives Billa — White Cabbage 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.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Our analysis notes: Contains white cabbage, a natural ingredient that provides essential nutrients.; Includes mustard seeds, which can enhance flavor and add a unique taste.. See the Pros section above.
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Billa — White Cabbage 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.
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Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Billa — White Cabbage has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Billa products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sweetness in a vegetable product.; Potassium metabisulfite is a synthetic antioxidant that may raise quality concerns.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: white cabbage, drinking water, table salt. 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.

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