9/11 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 9 of 11 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Diet soda mix
As an Amazon Associate, Label Matter earns from qualifying purchases.
Flagged concerns
red no 3
Synthetic dye; FDA-banned from food January 2025; animal carcinogen; thyroid effects.
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
natural & artificial flavors
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
caramel coloring
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
sucralose
May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.
sodium benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
Water, citric acid, sodium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural & artificial flavors, sucralose, caramel coloring, sodium benzoate (as preservative), red no. 40, red no. 3, blue no. 1.