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
Fruit punch flavored soda, fruit punch
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Flagged concerns
high fructose corn syrup
Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.
brominated vegetable oil
Soda stabilizer; FDA authorization revoked 2024; bromine accumulation linked to thyroid and neurological effects.
yellow 6
Hyperactivity; allergic reactions; contaminated with carcinogens benzidine and 4-aminobiphenyl.
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.
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
caramel color
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
Full ingredient list
Carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, potassium citrate, potassium benzoate (a preservative), gum acacia, natural & artificial flavor, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, ester gum, red 40, brominated vegetable oil, caramel color, yellow 6.