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Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime
Decode Label Safety Score
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This carbonated water product contains artificial sweeteners and a preservative, which are the primary points of caution. Aspartame (INS 951) and Acesulfame Potassium (INS 950) are high-intensity sweeteners that may not suit all individuals, particularly children and those with specific health conditions like phenylketonuria. Though levels are typically low and regulated. Individuals sensitive to artificial sweeteners or those wishing to avoid preservatives should consider alternatives.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testWhat’s favorable
- Natural Spring Water
Contains artificial sweeteners and a preservative; potential for benzene formation.
This carbonated water includes artificial sweeteners aspartame and acesulfame potassium, which some people prefer to avoid. Which, can potentially form trace amounts of benzene, a substance classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by IARC. While levels are usually low and regulated, this is a consideration for those seeking to minimize exposure to such compounds.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for beverage. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
AvoidContains high-intensity artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium) which are generally not recommended for young children due to limited research on long-term effects and potential for developing a preference for overly sweet tastes.
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedContains aspartame (INS 951), which is a source of phenylalanine and must be avoided by individuals with phenylketonuria.
What's good
Hydrating base of natural spring water
Transparency in disclosing specific additive codes
Watch out for
Presence of artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium)
Potential for benzene formation from sodium benzoate and ascorbic acid
Ultra-processed beverage with no nutritional benefits beyond hydration
Decode Label Analysis
Contains Aspartame (INS 951), an artificial sweetener that individuals with phenylketonuria must avoid. Some consumers also choose to avoid artificial sweeteners due to potential health concerns.
Combined Effects interactions
The combination of sodium benzoate (INS 211) and ascorbic acid (INS 300) in beverages can lead to the formation of benzene, a known carcinogen, especially under conditions like heat or light exposure. While regulatory limits are in place, this interaction is a significant safety concern.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The term 'CLEAR' is a descriptive term for the product's appearance and cannot be verified from the provided ingredient or nutrition information.
The ingredient list does not explicitly mention lemon or lime as flavouring agents, making the claim unverifiable.
The ingredient list confirms the presence of NATURAL SPRING WATER.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Natural Spring WaterNATURAL SPRING WATER
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Carbon DioxideCARBON DIOXIDE
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Acidity RegulatorCitric acid (INS 330)ACIDITY REGULATOR (INS 330)
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SweetenersAspartame (INS 951), Acesulfame potassium (INS 950)SWEETENERS (INS 951, INS 950)
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Permitted Class II PreservativeSodium benzoate (INS 211)PERMITTED CLASS II PRESERVATIVE (INS 211)
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AntioxidantAscorbic acid (Vitamin C) (INS 300)ANTIOXIDANT (INS 300)
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
Declared on this label as
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 0 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
What are the ingredients in Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime?
The label of Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime lists 6 ingredients, in label order: Natural Spring Water, Carbon Dioxide, Acidity Regulator, Sweetener, Permitted Class II Preservatives, Antioxidant. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime safe to eat?
Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime scores 6.8/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This carbonated water includes artificial sweeteners aspartame and acesulfame potassium, which some people prefer to avoid. Which, can potentially form trace amounts of benzene, a substance classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by IARC. While levels are usually low and regulated, this is a consideration for those seeking to minimize exposure to such compounds.
Why does Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime score 6.8/10?
What the analysis notes: Presence of artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium). Potential for benzene formation from sodium benzoate and ascorbic acid. Ultra-processed beverage with no nutritional benefits beyond hydration.
Who should avoid Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium); Phenylketonuria (due to aspartame); Avoiding sodium benzoate preservative; Minimizing exposure to potential benzene formation.
Is Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Avoid.
How much sugar is in Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime?
0 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.
Are the claims on the Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "CLEAR" — can't be verified from the label. "FLAVOURED WITH LEMON N LIME" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime vegetarian?
Clear Natural Spring Water Flavoured with Lemon N Lime is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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