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Nacho-o cheesy flavored snack mix

Greenveil's read: consider avoiding. Food health critical · 6 additives of concern.

Food health
Critical
Chemical concern
Not assessed

Allergens

  • Dairy
  • Gluten

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

Why it's rated this way

6 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. 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. Annatto / bixin / norbixinMinor concernNatural colour; occasional allergic/intolerance reactions.
    What it is
    Its role isn't recorded in our data yet.
    Why it's flagged
    Natural colour; occasional allergic/intolerance reactions.
    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 phosphatesMinor 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

  • Nacho tortilla chips50%No flag
  • Corn25%No flag›
  • Sunflower oil12.5%No flag›
  • Corn oil6.3%No flag›
  • Whey3.1%No flag›
  • Salt1.6%No flag›
  • Maltodextrin0.8%No flag›
  • Cheddar0.4%No flag
  • Romano cheese0.2%No flag
  • Parmigiano reggiano<0.1%No flag
  • Soured milk<0.1%No flag
  • Salt<0.1%No flag›
  • Enzyme<0.1%No flag›
  • Tomato<0.1%No flag›
  • Whey protein<0.1%No flag›
  • Monosodium glutamate · E621<0.1%Moderate

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

  • Canola oilNo flag›
  • OnionNo flag›
  • ButtermilkNo flag›
  • GarlicNo flag›
  • Skimmed milk powderNo flag
  • Natural and artificial flavouringNo flag
  • DextroseNo flag›
  • E339iiNo flag
  • ColourNo flag
  • Including annatto · E160bLow

    Natural colour; occasional allergic/intolerance reactions.

  • Red 40 lake · E129High

    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.

  • Yellow 6 · E110High

    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.

  • Yellow 5 · E102High

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

  • Yellow 5 lake · E102High

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

  • Yellow 6 lake · E110High

    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.

  • SugarNo flag›
  • Citric acid · E330No flag
  • SpiceNo flag›
  • Yeast extractNo flag›
  • Lactic acid · E270No flag
  • Chili cheese chips25%No flag
  • Corn12.5%No flag›
  • Sunflower oil6.3%No flag›
  • Corn oil3.1%No flag›
  • Whey1.6%No flag›
  • Salt0.8%No flag›
  • Chili pepper0.4%No flag›
  • Cheddar0.2%No flag
  • Romano cheese<0.1%No flag
  • Milk<0.1%No flag›
  • Lactic ferments<0.1%No flag
  • Salt<0.1%No flag›
  • Enzyme<0.1%No flag›
  • Dextrose<0.1%No flag›
  • Tomato<0.1%No flag›
  • Buttermilk<0.1%No flag›
  • Yeast extractNo flag›
  • OnionNo flag›
  • SugarNo flag›
  • CreamNo flag›
  • Natural flavouringNo flag
  • Citric acid · E330No flag
  • MaltodextrinNo flag›
  • GarlicNo flag›
  • SpiceNo flag›
  • Lactic acid · E270No flag
  • Cheese curls12.5%No flag
  • Cornmeal6.3%No flag
  • Cornmeal3.1%No flag
  • Niacin · E3751.6%No flag
  • Ferrous sulfate0.8%No flag›
  • Corn starch0.4%No flag›
  • E341iii0.2%No flag
  • Thiamin mononitrate<0.1%No flag›
  • Riboflavin · E101<0.1%No flag
  • Folic acid<0.1%No flag›
  • Sunflower oil3.1%No flag›
  • Corn oil1.6%No flag›
  • Whey0.8%No flag›
  • Maltodextrin0.4%No flag›
  • Reduced lactose whey0.2%No flag›
  • Canola oil<0.1%No flag›
  • Salt<0.1%No flag›
  • Cheddar<0.1%No flag
  • Blue cheese<0.1%No flag›
  • Soured milkNo flag
  • SaltNo flag›
  • EnzymeNo flag›
  • Artificial flavouringNo flag
  • E339iiNo flag
  • Whey proteinNo flag›
  • ColourNo flag
  • Including yellow 6 · E110High

    Southampton Six colour; hyperactivity/attention concern in children.

  • TurmericNo flag›
  • Yellow 5 · E102High

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

  • Lactic acid · E270No flag
  • Citric acid · E330No flag
  • Mini pretzel twists12.5%No flag
  • Flour6.3%No flag›
  • Wheat flour3.1%No flag›
  • Niacin · E3751.6%No flag
  • Reduced iron0.8%No flag›
  • Thiamin mononitrate0.4%No flag›
  • Riboflavin · E1010.2%No flag
  • Folic acid0.2%No flag›
  • Corn syrup3.1%No flag›
  • Salt1.6%No flag›
  • Yeast1.6%No flag›
  • Sodium phosphates (E339)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

Nacho tortilla chips (whole corn, sunflower oil and/or corn oil, whey, salt, maltodextrin, cheddar, romano and parmesan cheeses [cultured milk, salt, enzymes], tomato powder, whey protein concentrate, monosodium glutamate, canola oil, onion powder, buttermilk, garlic powder, nonfat dry milk, natural and artificial flavors, dextrose, disodium phosphate, artificial color [including extractives of annatto, red 40 lake, yellow 6, yellow 5, yellow 5 lake, yellow 6 lake], sugar, citric acid, spice, yeast extract, lactic acid), chili cheese chips (corn, sunflower oil and/or corn oil, whey, salt, chili pepper, cheddar and romano cheeses [milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes], dextrose, tomato powder, buttermilk, yeast extract, onion powder, sugar, cream powder, natural flavor, citric acid, maltodextrin, garlic powder, spices, lactic acid), cheese curls (enriched cornmeal [cornmeal, niacin, ferrous sulfate, cornstarch, tricalcium phosphate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], sunflower oil and/or corn oil, whey, maltodextrin, reduced lactose whey, canola oil, salt, cheddar and blue cheeses [cultured milk, salt, enzymes], artificial flavor, disodium phosphate, whey protein concentrate, artificial colors [including yellow 6, extractives of turmeric, yellow 5], lactic acid, citric acid), mini pretzel twists (enriched flour [wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid], corn syrup, salt, yeast).

Alerts

Declared allergens

This product declares Dairy, Gluten.

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.
  • Monosodium glutamate (MSG)Flavour enhancer; self-reported intolerance ('MSG symptom complex'); EFSA flagged exposure above the group ADI.
  • Annatto / bixin / norbixinNatural colour; occasional allergic/intolerance reactions.
  • Sodium phosphatesInorganic phosphate additives are highly bioavailable; high additive-phosphate intake is associated with increased cardiovascular and kidney burden, particularly in chronic kidney disease.

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