4c, 4c Foods Corp.
Half & half iced tea lemonade mix
Food & Beverage
69
Avoid
Safety Summary
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Key Concerns
Positive Signals
Score Breakdown
Ingredients (10)
| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| acesulfame potassium | Caution | Possible carcinogen. Gut microbiome disruption. |
| artificial color f.d & c red #40 | Low Risk | — |
| ascorbic acid (vitamin c) | Low Risk | Vitamin C. Antioxidant. Safe. |
| caramel color | Caution | May contain 4-MEI (possible carcinogen). |
| Citric acid | Low Risk | Generally safe. Natural preservative. |
| instant tea | Low Risk | — |
| maltodextrin | Low Risk | High glycemic index. Blood sugar spikes. |
| natural lemon flavor with other natural flavors | Beneficial | Undisclosed components. May contain allergens. |
| natural lemon juice solids | Beneficial | — |
| sucralose | Caution | Gut microbiome disruption. DNA damage when heated. |