Is Wok Sweet & Sour Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Inproba
Wok Sweet & Sour is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Inproba. 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 Potassium Sorbate, Aroma affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative and modified corn starch, raising concerns about processing. However, it also contains natural ingredients like chili pepper and tomato paste.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
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 chili pepper, which adds natural flavor and heat to the sauce.
- Tomato paste provides a rich base, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Includes sunflower oil, a common cooking oil that is generally accepted.
- Mushroom extract powder adds depth of flavor, contributing to the sauce's complexity.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
- Modified corn starch is a processed ingredient that may not be well-received by those preferring natural options.
- Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can be a concern for some consumers.
- The presence of artificial aroma may indicate the use of synthetic flavoring agents.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, providing the necessary liquid base for the other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Sucrose safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sucrose is used here as sweetener. Sucrose is a common sweetener that balances the sauce's flavor but raises concerns due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suiker
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Is Chili Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Chili Pepper is used here as flavor. Chili pepper adds natural heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chilipeper
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor, a common ingredient in sauces that contributes to overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zout
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato Paste is used here as base. Tomato paste provides a rich, savory base, contributing to the sauce's flavor and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomatenpuree
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Modified corn starch is used as a thickening agent, but its processed nature may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gemodificeerd maïszetmeel
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Is Acetic Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Acetic Acid is used here as acidulant. Acetic acid is used to provide acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: azijnzuur
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid adds tartness and acts as a natural preservative, contributing to flavor balance.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: citroenzuur
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Is Hydrolyzed Soy Protein safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein is used here as flavor. Hydrolyzed soy protein enhances umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: gehydrolyseerd _soja_ eiwit
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: xanthaangom
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Is Guar Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is used for thickening and stabilizing but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: guarpitmeel
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conserveermiddel: kaliumsorbaat
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can be a concern for those preferring natural ingredients.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrine
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Is Mushroom Extract Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Mushroom Extract Powder is used here as flavor. Mushroom extract powder adds depth of flavor, enhancing the sauce's complexity with natural ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: champignonextract poeder
Read the full ingredient profile for Mushroom Extract Powder
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Is Aroma safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. The term 'aroma' suggests the presence of artificial flavoring agents, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common cooking oil that is generally accepted and adds richness to the sauce.
Role in formula: base
Original: zonnebloemolie
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for coloring but may also have flavor properties, though it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: kleurstof: paprika extract
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: 4201530
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