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Wasabi Sauce

by Seminole

Safety score

Poor

Based on an ingredient-level analysis for babies and young children. Not medical advice.

Wasabi Sauce — 5 g

Ingredients to watch

corn syrup

moderate

Corn syrup is a processed sweetener. While different from high fructose corn syrup, it still adds sugar with no nutritional benefit. The AAP recommends no added sugars for children under 2.

Not recommended for infants or young children due to concerns about added sugar

FD&C GREEN #3

moderate

FD&C synthetic dyes are petroleum-derived colorants. As a group, they have been linked to hyperactivity in children. Many EU countries require warning labels when these are present.

Linked to hyperactivity in children

FD&C YELLOW #5

moderate

FD&C synthetic dyes are petroleum-derived colorants. As a group, they have been linked to hyperactivity in children. Many EU countries require warning labels when these are present.

Linked to hyperactivity in children

SODIUM BENZOATE

moderate

Sodium benzoate is a chemical preservative. When combined with vitamin C (ascorbic acid), it can form benzene — a known carcinogen. It is also linked to hyperactivity in children, leading the UK to recommend removing it from children's foods.

Linked to hyperactivity in children

What's good in it

Benefit

WATER

Used as the primary carrier for all other ingredients.

Solvent

Benefit

POTASSIUM SORBATE

A widely used preservative that prevents the growth of mold and yeast.

Preservative

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Product data © Open Food Facts / Open Beauty Facts / Open Products Facts contributors, used under the ODbL. Safety information is general and not medical advice — always check labels and consult your pediatrician.