Trader Joe's Classic Hummus
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Summary
Trader Joe's Classic Hummus scores 34/100. EWG testing found 104 ppb glyphosate — below the EWG benchmark of 160 ppb. Contains canola oil (seed oil) but also lists some olive oil lower in the ingredients. However, the additive load is heavier than most: cultured dextrose preservative, an acid blend of phosphoric acid + acetic acid, and malic acid. More additives than any other hummus tested despite moderate glyphosate. Owned by Aldi Nord. NOVA 4.
At a glance
Contaminants 1
Source: EWG
Glyphosate 104 ppb Moderate
Detected at a moderate level — a meaningful fraction of health-based exposure limits. Worth factoring in if this product is used regularly. Glyphosate is classified as a probable human carcinogen by WHO's IARC.
EWG testing detected 104 ppb glyphosate — below the EWG benchmark of 160 ppb.
Key ingredients 11
Garbanzo BeansGood
Whole food legume (chickpeas) rich in plant protein, fiber, folate, and iron.
See more about Garbanzo Beans →Tahini (Sesame Seeds)Good
Whole food source of healthy fats, calcium, and minerals.
See more about Tahini (Sesame Seeds) →Canola OilVery Bad
Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids. Typically solvent-extracted using hexane unless specified otherwise.
See more about Canola Oil →Olive OilGood
Healthy monounsaturated fat listed low in the ingredient order, meaning minimal quantity. Still a positive addition.
See more about Olive Oil →GarlicNeutral
Whole food flavoring.
See more about Garlic →SaltNeutral
Standard seasoning.
See more about Salt →Lemon Juice ConcentrateNeutral
Provides acidity and flavor.
See more about Lemon Juice Concentrate →Cultured DextroseBad
Fermented sugar used as a 'natural' preservative. While technically derived from fermentation, it is a processed additive used to extend shelf life.
See more about Cultured Dextrose →SpicesNeutral
Unspecified blend for flavor.
See more about Spices →Acid Blend (Phosphoric Acid, Acetic Acid, Water)Bad
Industrial acid blend for pH control. Phosphoric acid is the same acid used in cola beverages and is linked to reduced bone mineral density with chronic exposure. An unusual and unnecessary additive in hummus.
See more about Acid Blend (Phosphoric Acid, Acetic Acid, Water) →Malic AcidNeutral
Naturally occurring organic acid found in fruits. Used for tartness.
See more about Malic Acid →Processing
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