Root beer, original
Food & Beverage
72
Avoid
Safety Summary
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Key Concerns
Positive Signals
Score Breakdown
Ingredients (9)
| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| acacia gum | Low Risk | — |
| caramel color | Caution | May contain 4-MEI (possible carcinogen). |
| Carbonated water | Low Risk | — |
| citric acid | Low Risk | Generally safe. Natural preservative. |
| natural and artificial flavors | Beneficial | Undisclosed synthetic chemicals. |
| quillaia extract | Beneficial | — |
| sodium benzoate (preservative) | Caution | Forms benzene with vitamin C. Preservative. |
| sugar | Low Risk | — |
| yucca extract | Beneficial | — |