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 18 of 18 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Iced tea
As an Amazon Associate, Label Matter earns from qualifying purchases.
Flagged concerns
high fructose corn syrup
Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.
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.
natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
sucralose
May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.
Full ingredient list
Water, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, sodium polyphosphates (to protect flavor), phosphoric acid, potassium citrate, natural flavor, green tea, potassium sorbate (preserves freshness), gum arabic, ascorbic acid (to protect flavor), acesulfame potassium, sucralose, xanthan gum, glycerol ester of rosin, calcium disodium edta (to protect flavor), red 40, blue 1.
Ingredient analysis
Cleaner alternatives
Same aisle, higher PureScore. Open each one to compare the label.
