Food

Takis Fuego

Barcel

25Concern

High in artificial additives, synthetic colors, and processed ingredients with multiple concerning preservatives and flavor enhancers.

Evaluated Feb 13, 2026

·AI-evaluated

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Key Concerns

Ingredients

8 ingredients

Global Regulatory Status

⚠️Red 40 Lake: FDA phase-out by end of 2026

US (FDA)

🇪🇺Red 40 Lake: Banned in EU food products

EU

Score Breakdown

Heavy reliance on artificial colors, flavors, and synthetic additives

Highly processed with multiple manufacturing steps and chemical treatments

Contains multiple artificial preservatives, colors, and flavor enhancers

Standard commercial sourcing with no organic or sustainable certifications