Zero Calorie Sparkling Beverage, Black Raspberry product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Zero Calorie Sparkling Beverage, Black Raspberry Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Cumberland Farms

Cumberland Farms's Zero Calorie Sparkling Beverage, Black Raspberry is reviewed here as a soft drink. 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 Potassium Benzoate, Sucralose, Potassium Sorbate.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes potassium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. Additionally, sucralose is an artificial sweetener, contributing to the moderate rating due to potential health implications.

Main concern

Potassium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, 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 natural blackberry juice, providing some fruit-derived flavor.
  • Includes vitamins like niacinamide and vitamin B12, which can support overall health.
  • Carbonated water serves as a base, offering a refreshing beverage option.
  • Green tea extract may provide some antioxidant benefits.

Concerns

  • Potassium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.
  • Sucralose is an artificial sweetener, which may have negative health implications for some consumers.
  • Red 40 is an artificial colorant, which can be problematic for individuals sensitive to food dyes.
  • Calcium disodium EDTA is a chelating agent that may raise safety concerns due to its synthetic nature.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • users trying to avoid sulfates

Ingredients breakdown

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

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: 3212706

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Frequently asked questions

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Cumberland Farms — Zero Calorie Sparkling Beverage, Black Raspberry has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Potassium benzoate and potassium sorbate are synthetic preservatives, raising quality concerns.; Sucralose is an artificial sweetener, which may have negative health implications for some consumers.; Red 40 is an artificial colorant, which can be problematic for individuals sensitive to food dyes.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: carbonated water, blackberry juice from concentrate, green tea. See the Ingredients section above.
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Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes potassium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. Additionally, sucralose is an artificial sweetener, contributing to the moderate rating due to potential health implications. 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.
Cumberland Farms — Zero Calorie Sparkling Beverage, Black Raspberry 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.
Our analysis flags sulfate in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.

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