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Honor, 康樂Bao Bun · 5060202933358

Spicy Soy Beef Bun

Greenveil's read: consider avoiding. Food health high · 9 additives of concern.

Food health
High
Chemical concern
Not assessed

Allergens

  • Dairy
  • Egg
  • Gluten
  • Soy

Declared on pack via Open Food Facts · updated 1 Mar 2026

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Why it's rated this way

9 additives on this label are on our additives-of-concern list.

  1. Ammonia caramelModerate concernCaramel colour class III; may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), an animal carcinogen.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Caramel colour class III; may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), an animal carcinogen.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  2. Sulphite ammonia caramelModerate concernCaramel colour class IV (cola colour); may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI).
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Caramel colour class IV (cola colour); may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI).
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  3. Sodium benzoateModerate concernPreservative; can form trace benzene (a carcinogen) when combined with ascorbic acid; implicated in child hyperactivity studies.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Preservative; can form trace benzene (a carcinogen) when combined with ascorbic acid; implicated in child hyperactivity studies.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  4. Monosodium glutamate (MSG)Moderate concernFlavour enhancer; self-reported intolerance ('MSG symptom complex'); EFSA flagged exposure above the group ADI.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Flavour enhancer; self-reported intolerance ('MSG symptom complex'); EFSA flagged exposure above the group ADI.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  5. SucraloseModerate concernSweetener; emerging genotoxicity concern around the impurity/metabolite sucralose-6-acetate.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Sweetener; emerging genotoxicity concern around the impurity/metabolite sucralose-6-acetate.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  6. DiphosphatesMinor concernInorganic phosphate additives are highly bioavailable; high additive-phosphate intake is associated with increased cardiovascular and kidney burden, particularly in chronic kidney disease.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Inorganic phosphate additives are highly bioavailable; high additive-phosphate intake is associated with increased cardiovascular and kidney burden, particularly in chronic kidney disease.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  7. Disodium guanylateMinor concernRibonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Ribonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  8. Disodium inosinateMinor concernRibonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Ribonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.
  9. Disodium 5'-ribonucleotidesMinor concernRibonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Ribonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
    Regulatory basis
    Greenveil's curated additives-of-concern list, which cites the authority behind each entry.
    How sure we are
    High confidence. Matched by the additive code declared on the label.

A food's rating also reflects nutrition (Nutri-Score) and processing (NOVA); the additives above are the ingredient-level part of it.

Ingredients

  • Bun Filling45%No flag
  • Beef45%No flag›
  • Spring Onions24.2%No flag
  • Onion15.7%No flag›
  • Rapeseed Oil7.5%No flag›
  • Ginger3.8%No flag›
  • Sweet Bean Paste1.9%No flag
  • Contains Water0.9%No flag›
  • Wheat Flour0.5%No flag›
  • Soya bean0.2%No flag›
  • Salt0.1%No flag›
  • Preservative0.1%No flag
  • E2020.1%No flag
  • Light Soy Sauce0.9%No flag
  • Contains Water0.5%No flag›
  • Soya bean0.2%No flag›
  • Salt0.1%No flag›
  • Wheat<0.1%No flag›
  • Flavour Enhancer<0.1%No flag
  • E621<0.1%Moderate

    Flavour enhancer; self-reported intolerance ('MSG symptom complex'); EFSA flagged exposure above the group ADI.

  • Wheat<0.1%No flag›
  • FlourNo flag›
  • RiceNo flag›
  • Flavour EnhancerNo flag
  • E635Low

    Ribonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.

  • E631Low

    Ribonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.

  • ColourantNo flag
  • E150dModerate

    Caramel colour class IV (cola colour); may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI).

  • PreservativeNo flag
  • E211Moderate

    Preservative; can form trace benzene (a carcinogen) when combined with ascorbic acid; implicated in child hyperactivity studies.

  • SweetenerNo flag
  • E955Moderate

    Sweetener; emerging genotoxicity concern around the impurity/metabolite sucralose-6-acetate.

  • Dark SOY Sauce0.5%No flag
  • Contains Water0.2%No flag›
  • Salt0.1%No flag›
  • Soya bean<0.1%No flag›
  • Meal<0.1%No flag
  • Soya bean<0.1%No flag›
  • WheatNo flag›
  • FlourNo flag›
  • SugarNo flag›
  • Chicken0.2%No flag›
  • Salt0.1%No flag›
  • Flavour Enhancers<0.1%No flag
  • E621<0.1%Moderate

    Flavour enhancer; self-reported intolerance ('MSG symptom complex'); EFSA flagged exposure above the group ADI.

  • E631<0.1%Low

    Ribonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.

  • E627<0.1%Low

    Ribonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.

  • Maltodextrin<0.1%No flag›
  • Mineral<0.1%No flag
  • Salt<0.1%No flag›
  • Potassium · E508<0.1%No flag
  • ChickenNo flag›
  • Modified Corn StarchNo flag›
  • Palm FatNo flag
  • SugarNo flag›
  • Yeast ExtractNo flag›
  • Chicken FatNo flag›
  • FlavouringsNo flag
  • Egg flavourNo flag
  • ChickenNo flag›
  • Potato StarchNo flag›
  • AcidNo flag›
  • Lactic Acid · E270No flag
  • AntioxidantNo flag
  • Extracts Of Rosemary · E392No flag
  • ColourNo flag
  • E150c · E150aModerate

    Caramel colour class III; may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), an animal carcinogen.

  • White Pepper0.1%No flag›
  • Chili pepper<0.1%No flag›
  • Bun Casing<0.1%No flag
  • Wheat Flour<0.1%No flag›
  • Wheat<0.1%No flag›
  • Water<0.1%No flag›
  • YeastNo flag›
  • Baking PowderNo flag
  • Contains Disodium Dihydrogen Diphosphate · E450iNo flag
  • E500iiNo flag
  • WHEAT FlourNo flag›
  • Vegetable fatNo flag
  • SugarNo flag›
  • Ammonia caramel (E150C)Moderate

    Caramel colour class III; may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), an animal carcinogen.

  • Diphosphates (E450)Low

    Inorganic phosphate additives are highly bioavailable; high additive-phosphate intake is associated with increased cardiovascular and kidney burden, particularly in chronic kidney disease.

Show original label text

Bun Filling: Beef (45%), Spring Onions, Onion, Rapeseed Oil, Ginger, Sweet Bean Paste(Contains Water, Wheat Flour, Soybean(SOY), Salt, Preservative(E202)), Light Soy Sauce (Contains Water, Soybeans(Soy), Salt, Wheat (Gluten), Flavour Enhancer(E621), Wheat (Gluten) Flour, Rice, Flavour Enhancer(E635,E631) Colourant (E150d) Preservative (E211) ,Sweetener (E955)), Dark SOY Sauce (Contains Water, Salt, Soybean(SOY) Meal , Soybeans(SOY), WHEAT(Gluten) Flour,Sugar), Chicken Powder (Contains Lactose(MILK),Salt, Flavour Enhancers (E621,E631,E627),Maltodextrin,Mineral Salt (Potassium), Chicken, Modified Corn Starch, Palm Fat ,Sugar, Yeast Extract, Chicken Fat ,Flavourings ( Contain EGG),Chicken Extract, Potato Starch, Acid(Lactic Acid), Antioxidant ( Extracts Of Rosemary), Colour (E150c)), White Pepper, Chilli Powder. Bun Casing: Wheat Flour (WHEAT) (30%), Water, Yeast, Baking Powder (Contains Disodium Dihydrogen Diphosphate, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate, WHEAT Flour), Vegetable Shortening, Sugar.

Alerts

Declared allergens

This product declares Dairy, Egg, Gluten, Soy.

Declared on pack via Open Food Facts · updated 1 Mar 2026

Food health

Nutrition profile and additives of concern

Contains additive of concern
  • Ammonia caramelCaramel colour class III; may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), an animal carcinogen.
  • Sulphite ammonia caramelCaramel colour class IV (cola colour); may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI).
  • Sodium benzoatePreservative; can form trace benzene (a carcinogen) when combined with ascorbic acid; implicated in child hyperactivity studies.
  • Monosodium glutamate (MSG)Flavour enhancer; self-reported intolerance ('MSG symptom complex'); EFSA flagged exposure above the group ADI.
  • SucraloseSweetener; emerging genotoxicity concern around the impurity/metabolite sucralose-6-acetate.
  • DiphosphatesInorganic phosphate additives are highly bioavailable; high additive-phosphate intake is associated with increased cardiovascular and kidney burden, particularly in chronic kidney disease.
  • Disodium guanylateRibonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
  • Disodium inosinateRibonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.
  • Disodium 5'-ribonucleotidesRibonucleotide flavour enhancer typically used together with monosodium glutamate (E621); may contribute to symptoms reported by glutamate-sensitive individuals.

Per-ingredient concern · chemical identity, not food safety

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2 moderate · 3 low · 4 not assessed

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