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Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS

Common questions

Is Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS healthy?

Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS scores 30/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. The corn tortillas are heavily processed, containing multiple synthetic preservatives such as propionic acid, benzoic acid, and phosphoric acid, which are used to extend shelf life but can have negative health impacts.

Does Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS contain seed oils?

No — Scout's ingredient analysis marks Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS as seed-oil free.

How processed is Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS?

Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS compare to other tortillas & wraps?

Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS ranks #16 of 22 tortillas & wraps in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Eat Coyotas Cassava Flour Tortillas at 87/100.

Which ingredients drive Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, CORN MASA FLOUR, PHOSPHORIC ACID 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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Guerrero CORN TORTILLAS

Guerrero
Seed oil free
30 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Gruma
Category Tortillas & Wraps
Summary

The corn tortillas are heavily processed, containing multiple synthetic preservatives such as propionic acid, benzoic acid, and phosphoric acid, which are used to extend shelf life but can have negative health impacts. Additionally, the presence of cellulose gum and guar gum indicates a reliance on additives to maintain texture and freshness. Despite being a staple food, the level of processing and use of preservatives significantly lower its health rating.

Key ingredients 8

CORN MASA FLOUR
Bad

Corn masa flour is considered bad because it is highly processed and may contain additives or residues from manufacturing, which can reduce its nutritional value.

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PHOSPHORIC ACID
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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WATER
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient essential for dough formation, with no significant health impact.

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CELLULOSE GUM
Neutral

Cellulose gum is a common additive used as a thickener or stabilizer, generally considered neutral in health effects.

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PROPIONIC ACID
Neutral

Propionic acid is used as a preservative to prevent mold growth, with a neutral impact on health when consumed in typical amounts.

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BENZOIC ACID
Neutral

Benzoic acid is a preservative that helps extend shelf life, considered neutral but may cause sensitivities in some individuals.

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GUAR GUM
Neutral

Guar gum is a natural thickening agent that is generally considered neutral and safe for consumption.

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AMYLASE
Neutral

Amylase is an enzyme added to aid processing, with a neutral impact on health.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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