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Jeeny's Tamarind Purée

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Is Jeeny's Tamarind Purée healthy?

Jeeny's Tamarind Purée scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This tamarind purée is primarily made from natural tamarind, which is a beneficial ingredient due to its minimal processing and natural nutrient retention.

How processed is Jeeny's Tamarind Purée?

Jeeny's Tamarind Purée is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Jeeny's Tamarind Purée's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Preservative (211), Colouring 220 are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Jeeny's Tamarind Purée

Jeeny's
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Jeenhuat Foodstuffs
Category Condiments
Summary

This tamarind purée is primarily made from natural tamarind, which is a beneficial ingredient due to its minimal processing and natural nutrient retention. However, the presence of sodium benzoate, a synthetic preservative, introduces a moderate concern due to potential adverse reactions in sensitive individuals. The product's processing level limits its score, despite the absence of artificial colors and the use of a natural fruit base.

Key ingredients 5

Tamarind
Neutral

Tamarind is a natural fruit that provides a distinctive sour flavor and contains beneficial nutrients, making it a wholesome ingredient.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and acts as a neutral base in the purée without adding any health risks.

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Acidity regulator (330)
Neutral

The acidity regulator (citric acid) helps maintain the product's pH and stability, commonly used in food processing.

Preservative (211)
Bad

Preservative (sodium benzoate) is used to extend shelf life but may be associated with health concerns when consumed in excess.

Colouring 220
Bad

Artificial coloring (sodium metabisulfite) is added for visual appeal but is considered a synthetic additive with potential health concerns.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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