11/14 ingredients recognized
How we scored this
PureScore is the stored composite of ingredient safety (40%), formulation quality (30%), contaminant risk (20%) and label transparency (10%). This label matched 11 of 14 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Crystal Light Tea Sticks Peach 16 Count / 32 Quarts
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Flagged concerns
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
corn syrup solids
Pure glucose; spikes blood sugar; contributes to metabolic disorders.
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
artificial flavor
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
sodium benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, instant tea, corn syrup solids*, malic acid, aspartame**, acesulfame potassium, maltodextrin, contains less than 2% of natural and artificial flavor, magnesium oxide, red 40, yellow 5, blue 1, sodium benzoate (preserves freshness).
Ingredient analysis
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