Is X-tra Grilled Chicken Thighs 1.5kg Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Den Stolte Hane
Den Stolte Hane's X-tra Grilled Chicken Thighs 1.5kg is reviewed here as a meat product. 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 Acetate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Tripolyphosphate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several additives like E262 (sodium acetate) and E270 (lactic acid) as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic ingredients. The presence of maltodextrin and stabilizers also indicates processing.
Main concern
Contains multiple preservatives (E262, E270) that raise concerns about synthetic 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
- Contains chicken thighs, a natural protein source, contributing to the overall protein content.
- Includes spices like paprika and chili, which can enhance flavor naturally without artificial additives.
Concerns
- Contains multiple preservatives (E262, E270) that raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
- Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may not be favorable for all consumers, indicating a level of processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this meat product, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Chicken Thigh safe in this meat product?
Good
Chicken Thigh is used here as base. Chicken thigh serves as the primary protein source in this product, providing essential nutrients and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kyllinglår*
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Is Salt safe in this meat product?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor and preserve the meat, though excessive consumption can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Potato Starch safe in this meat product?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch acts as a thickener, improving texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: potetstivelse
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this meat product?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a carbohydrate derived from corn, used for texture but indicates processing and may affect blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodekstrin (mais)
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Is Spices safe in this meat product?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. A blend of spices including paprika and chili adds flavor and potential health benefits without artificial ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydder (paprika, chilli, rosmarin, sort pepper, hvit pepper, allehånde, spisskummen, gurkemeie, karri (gurkemeie, koriander, fennikel, spisskummen, sort pepper, bukkehornsfrø, cayennepepper))
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Is Garlic safe in this meat product?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic is included for flavor enhancement and is known for its potential health benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hvitløk
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Is Onion safe in this meat product?
Good
Onion is used here as flavor. Onion adds flavor and aroma, contributing to the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løk
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Is Paprika Extract safe in this meat product?
Medium
Paprika Extract is used here as colorant. Paprika extract is used for color and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: krydderekstrakt (paprika)
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Is Sodium Acetate safe in this meat product?
Bad
Sodium Acetate is used here as preservative. Sodium acetate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E262
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this meat product?
Bad
Lactic Acid is used here as preservative. Lactic acid is a synthetic preservative that can raise concerns about the presence of artificial ingredients.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E270
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Is Sodium Tripolyphosphate safe in this meat product?
Bad
Sodium Tripolyphosphate is used here as stabilizer. Sodium tripolyphosphate is a synthetic stabilizer that can raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: E451
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Tripolyphosphate
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Is Disodium Phosphate safe in this meat product?
Bad
Disodium Phosphate is used here as stabilizer. Disodium phosphate is a synthetic stabilizer that may raise concerns regarding its processing and safety.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: E450
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Is Ascorbic Acid safe in this meat product?
Medium
Ascorbic Acid is used here as acidulant. Ascorbic acid is used as an acidulant and antioxidant, but its synthetic nature may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E301
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Is Sodium Lactate safe in this meat product?
Medium
Sodium Lactate is used here as acidulant. Sodium lactate is used for pH regulation and preservation, but it is a synthetic ingredient that raises concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: E327
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Is Aroma safe in this meat product?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is a vague term that may refer to artificial flavoring, raising concerns about the quality of ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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Is Sodium Lactate safe in this meat product?
Medium
Sodium Lactate is used here as antioxidant. Sodium lactate is used as an antioxidant but is a synthetic ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: E325
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Is Smoke Flavor safe in this meat product?
Medium
Smoke Flavor is used here as flavor. Smoke flavor is used to impart a smoky taste but may be artificial, raising concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: røykaroma
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: 4043876
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