Kikkoman Soy Sauce
Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores
At a glance
Summary
This soy sauce is a processed food with a simple ingredient list, primarily consisting of water, wheat, soybeans, and salt. However, it contains sodium benzoate as a preservative, which is controversial due to potential health concerns. The presence of this additive and the processing level limit its score, despite the otherwise straightforward composition.
Key ingredients 6
WaterNeutral
Water is a natural base for soy sauce, essential for its liquid form and dilution of other ingredients.
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Wheat provides the fermentation substrate and contributes to the flavor profile of soy sauce.
See more about Wheat →SoybeansNeutral
Soybeans are the primary source of protein and umami flavor in soy sauce.
See more about Soybeans →SaltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in soy sauce.
See more about Salt →Sodium BenzoateBad
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative that may pose health concerns when consumed in large amounts.
See more about Sodium Benzoate →En:e211Bad
En:e211 is an artificial additive that consumers often prefer to avoid due to potential health concerns.
Processing
Processed Foods
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