Is Ybarra Mayonnaise Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ybarra
Ybarra's Ybarra Mayonnaise is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
Ybarra Mayonnaise contains sunflower oil and egg yolk as primary ingredients, but also includes sugar and xanthan gum, raising moderate concerns about its processed nature and added sugars.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
Ybarra Mayonnaise contains sunflower oil and egg yolk as primary ingredients, but also includes sugar and xanthan gum, raising moderate concerns about its processed nature and added sugars.
Main concern
Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a condiment.
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
- Sunflower oil is a common base for mayonnaise, providing a smooth texture and flavor.
- Egg yolk serves as a natural emulsifier, contributing to the creamy consistency.
- Vinegar adds acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative.
- Lemon juice concentrate provides a fresh taste and additional acidity.
Concerns
- Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a condiment.
- Xanthan gum is a stabilizer that, while common, indicates some level of processing.
- The presence of salt may contribute to overall sodium content, which some consumers may wish to limit.
- The use of concentrated lemon juice may not provide the same freshness as fresh lemon juice.
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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a refined oil used as the primary fat source in this mayonnaise, contributing to its texture but raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aceite de girasol
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a common ingredient in mayonnaise, helping to achieve the desired consistency without adding calories.
Role in formula: base
Original: agua
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk acts as a natural emulsifier, providing creaminess and stability to the mayonnaise's texture.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: yema de huevo
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Is Wine Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Wine Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Wine vinegar adds acidity and flavor, helping to preserve the mayonnaise and enhance its taste.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: vinagre de vino
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be necessary in a savory condiment, raising concerns about added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but may contribute to higher sodium levels, which some consumers may want to avoid.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices are included to enhance flavor, providing a more complex taste profile without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: especias
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and flavor but may lack the freshness of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: zumo de limón concentrado
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as stabilizer. Xanthan gum is a stabilizer that helps maintain texture but indicates some level of processing in the product.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: estabilizante (goma xantana)
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: 4154347
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Allergens detected: egg
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