Yellow Curry product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Yellow Curry Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Prima

Prima's Yellow Curry is reviewed here as a food. 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 Modified Starch.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of wheat flour and potential allergens like celery and milk further complicate safety assessments.

Main concern

Modified starch and sugar indicate a processed composition, raising quality concerns.

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 broccoli and carrots, which provide some nutritional benefits.
  • Pea protein base offers a plant-derived protein source.
  • Coconut extract adds flavor and may enhance texture.
  • Includes spices that contribute to the overall flavor profile.

Concerns

  • Modified starch and sugar indicate a processed composition, raising quality concerns.
  • Wheat flour presence may pose issues for gluten-sensitive individuals.
  • Potential allergens like celery and milk could affect sensitive consumers.
  • High sodium content from added salt may be a concern for some.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Water safe in this food?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this curry, essential for hydration and texture.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Wasser

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Cooked Rice safe in this food?

    Medium

    Cooked Rice is used here as base. Cooked rice provides bulk and texture but is a processed carbohydrate that may raise concerns about nutritional value.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: Reis gegart 30% (Wasser, Reis, Speisesalz)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Cooked Rice

  • Is Pea Protein Based Vegan Product safe in this food?

    Medium

    Pea Protein Based Vegan Product is used here as base. This product contains pea protein, which is a good plant-based protein source, but its processing raises some quality concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: veganes Erzeugnis auf Basis von Erbsenprotein 15% (Wasser, Erbsenprotein 5,4%, Erbsenfaser, Speisesalz)

  • Is Broccoli safe in this food?

    Good

    Broccoli is used here as natural_extract. Broccoli adds nutritional value, providing vitamins and minerals, contributing positively to the overall composition.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: Broccoli 10%

    Read the full ingredient profile for Broccoli

  • Is Coconut Extract safe in this food?

    Medium

    Coconut Extract is used here as flavor. Coconut extract enhances flavor and texture but may be processed, raising some quality concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Kokosnussextrakt

    Read the full ingredient profile for Coconut Extract

  • Is Pineapple safe in this food?

    Good

    Pineapple is used here as natural_extract. Pineapple adds natural sweetness and flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: Ananas

    Read the full ingredient profile for Pineapple

  • Is Red Lentils safe in this food?

    Good

    Red Lentils is used here as base. Red lentils provide protein and fiber, enhancing the nutritional profile of the curry.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: rote Linsen

    Read the full ingredient profile for Red Lentils

  • Is Sugar safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential health implications.

    Role in formula: sweetener

    Original: Zucker

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Curry safe in this food?

    Medium

    Curry is used here as flavor. Curry adds flavor complexity but may contain additives that raise quality concerns.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Curry (mit SENF)

    Read the full ingredient profile for Curry

  • Is Salt safe in this food?

    Good

    Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation due to potential health risks.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Speisesalz

    Read the full ingredient profile for Salt

  • Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?

    Medium

    Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is used for texture and mouthfeel but is a processed oil that may raise health concerns.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: Sonnenblumenöl

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sunflower Oil

  • Is Modified Starch safe in this food?

    Bad

    Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed thickening agent that raises concerns about its quality and safety.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: modifizierte Stärke

    Read the full ingredient profile for Modified Starch

  • Is Spices safe in this food?

    Good

    Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to flavor and may have beneficial properties, enhancing the overall profile of the curry.

    Role in formula: flavor

    Original: Gewürze

    Read the full ingredient profile for Spices

  • Is Starch safe in this food?

    Medium

    Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used for thickening but is a processed ingredient that may not add significant nutritional value.

    Role in formula: thickener

    Original: Stärke

    Read the full ingredient profile for Starch

  • Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?

    Medium

    Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common thickening agent but poses gluten-related concerns for sensitive individuals.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: WEIZEN - MEHL

  • Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this food?

    Good

    Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and flavor, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrat

    Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate

  • Is Herbs safe in this food?

    Good

    Herbs is used here as natural_extract. Herbs enhance flavor and may provide additional nutritional benefits, contributing positively to the composition.

    Role in formula: natural_extract

    Original: Kräuter

    Read the full ingredient profile for Herbs

  • Is Citric Acid safe in this food?

    Medium

    Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity and preservation but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.

    Role in formula: acidulant

    Original: Säuerungsmittel: Zitronensäure

    Read the full ingredient profile for Citric Acid

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: 3828241

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Allergens detected: celery , milk

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis notes: Contains broccoli and carrots, which provide some nutritional benefits.; Pea protein base offers a plant-derived protein source.; Coconut extract adds flavor and may enhance texture.. See the Pros section above.
Prima — Yellow Curry has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Prima — Yellow Curry has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Prima products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, broccoli, pineapple. See the Ingredients section above.
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Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product is flagged for: Modified starch and sugar indicate a processed composition, raising quality concerns.; Wheat flour presence may pose issues for gluten-sensitive individuals.; Potential allergens like celery and milk could affect sensitive consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and sugar, which raise quality concerns. The presence of wheat flour and potential allergens like celery and milk further complicate safety assessments. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Prima — Yellow Curry 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.
We detected: celery, milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.

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