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Queso Dippin' Sticks
MeijerFrozen Foods · 0708820813427

Queso Dippin' Sticks

Greenveil's read: consider avoiding. Food health critical · 8 additives of concern.

Food health
Critical
Chemical concern
Not assessed

Allergens

  • Dairy
  • Gluten
  • Soy

Declared on pack via Open Food Facts · updated 23 Apr 2020

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Why it's rated this way

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

  1. TartrazineHigh concernSouthampton study link to hyperactivity/attention effects in children; can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Southampton study link to hyperactivity/attention effects in children; can trigger reactions in 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.
  2. Sunset yellow FCFHigh concernSouthampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
    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. Allura red ACHigh concernSouthampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
    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. Brilliant blue FCFModerate concernSynthetic dye; allergic-type reactions reported in sensitive individuals.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Synthetic dye; allergic-type reactions reported in 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Polysorbate 80Minor concernSynthetic emulsifier linked in animal and in-vitro studies to gut-microbiome disruption and intestinal inflammation; human evidence is emerging.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Synthetic emulsifier linked in animal and in-vitro studies to gut-microbiome disruption and intestinal inflammation; human evidence is emerging.
    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. PolyphosphatesMinor 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.

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

Ingredients

  • Wheat flour52.1%No flag›
  • Pasteurized processed cheddar cheese24%No flag
  • Cheddar cheese12%No flag
  • Pasteurised milk6%No flag
  • Lactic ferments3%No flag
  • Salt1.2%No flag›
  • Enzyme1.8%No flag›
  • Water6%No flag›
  • Milkfat3%No flag›
  • Sodium phosphate · E3391.5%No flag
  • Sodium hexametaphosphate · E452i0.7%No flag
  • Salt0.4%No flag›
  • Colour0.2%No flag
  • Sorbic acid · E2000.2%No flag
  • Preservative0.2%No flag
  • Tomatoes12%No flag›
  • Tomatoes6%No flag›
  • Citric acid · E3303%No flag
  • Calcium chloride · E5093%No flag
  • Mozzarella cheese6%No flag
  • Pasteurised milk3%No flag
  • Skimmed milk1.5%No flag
  • Microbial culture0.7%No flag
  • Salt0.4%No flag›
  • Enzyme0.4%No flag›
  • Vegetable oil3%No flag›
  • Soya oil1.5%No flag›
  • Canola oil1.5%No flag›
  • Modified corn starch1.5%No flag›
  • Tortilla0.7%No flag
  • Ground corn treated with lime0.4%No flag
  • Water0.2%No flag›
  • Vegetable oil<0.1%No flag›
  • Contains one and more of the following<0.1%No flag
  • Cottonseed oil<0.1%No flag›
  • Corn oil<0.1%No flag›
  • Spice<0.1%No flag›
  • Salt<0.1%No flag›
  • Garlic<0.1%No flag›
  • Artificial coloringNo flag
  • DextroseNo flag›
  • Red 40 · E129High

    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.

  • Red 40 lake · E129High

    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.

  • Blue 1 · E133Moderate

    Synthetic dye; allergic-type reactions reported in sensitive individuals.

  • Yellow 5 · E102High

    Southampton study link to hyperactivity/attention effects in children; can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

  • Yellow 6 · E110High

    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.

  • Sodium benzoate · E211Moderate

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

  • Propylene glycol · E490No flag
  • Caramel color · E150aNo flag
  • MonodiglyceridesNo flag
  • Polysorbate 80 · E433Low

    Synthetic emulsifier linked in animal and in-vitro studies to gut-microbiome disruption and intestinal inflammation; human evidence is emerging.

  • Canola oilNo flag›
  • Citric acid · E330No flag
  • Mono- and triglyceridesNo flag
  • Sunflower lecithinNo flag›
  • Soya lecithinNo flag›
  • Yellow corn flour0.4%No flag
  • Cream cheese0.2%No flag
  • Pasteurized milk and cream<0.1%No flag
  • Lactic ferments<0.1%No flag
  • Salt<0.1%No flag›
  • Carob bean gum · E410<0.1%No flag
  • Salt<0.1%No flag›
  • Onion<0.1%No flag›
  • Sugar<0.1%No flag›
  • Garlic<0.1%No flag›
  • Potato starchNo flag›
  • Jalapeno peppersNo flag›
  • WheyNo flag›
  • Yellow corn germNo flag
  • DextroseNo flag›
  • Jalapeno pepperNo flag›
  • YeastNo flag›
  • Coriander leafNo flag›
  • SpiceNo flag›
  • ColourNo flag
  • Citric acid · E330No flag
  • Ammonia caramel (E150C)Moderate

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

  • Polyphosphates (E452)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

Bleached wheat flour, pasteurized processed cheddar cheese (cheddar cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes], water, milkfat, sodium phosphate, sodium hexametaphosphate, salt, artificial color, sorbic acid [preservative]), diced tomatoes (tomatoes, citric acid, calcium chloride), mozzarella cheese (pasteurized milk, non-fat milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), vegetable oil (soybean oil and/or canola oil), modified corn starch, tortilla chips (ground corn treated with lime, water, vegetable oil [contains one or more of the following: cottonseed oil, corn oil], spices, salt, garlic, artificial coloring [dextrose, red 40, red 40 lake, blue 1, yellow 5, yellow 6], sodium benzoate, propylene glycol, caramel color, monodiglycerides, polysorbate 80, canola oil, citric acid, mono and triglycerides, sunflower lecithin, soy lecithin), yellow corn flour, cream cheese (pasteurized milk and cream, cheese culture, salt, carob bean gum), salt, onion powder, sugar, garlic powder, potato starch, jalapeno peppers, dried whey (milk), yellow corn germ, dextrose, jalapeno powder, yeast, cilantro, spice and coloring, citric acid.

Alerts

Declared allergens

This product declares Dairy, Gluten, Soy.

Declared on pack via Open Food Facts · updated 23 Apr 2020

Food health

Nutrition profile and additives of concern

Contains additive of concern
  • TartrazineSouthampton study link to hyperactivity/attention effects in children; can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.
  • Sunset yellow FCFSouthampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
  • Allura red ACSouthampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.
  • Brilliant blue FCFSynthetic dye; allergic-type reactions reported in sensitive individuals.
  • Ammonia caramelCaramel colour class III; may contain 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), an animal carcinogen.
  • Sodium benzoatePreservative; can form trace benzene (a carcinogen) when combined with ascorbic acid; implicated in child hyperactivity studies.
  • Polysorbate 80Synthetic emulsifier linked in animal and in-vitro studies to gut-microbiome disruption and intestinal inflammation; human evidence is emerging.
  • PolyphosphatesInorganic phosphate additives are highly bioavailable; high additive-phosphate intake is associated with increased cardiovascular and kidney burden, particularly in chronic kidney disease.

Per-ingredient concern · chemical identity, not food safety

What drives this

6 low · 9 not assessed

9 of 15 ingredients not yet assessed · Show all
  9. 15SpiceNot assessed

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