Corn Flakes
Corn Flakes receives a safety score of 100/100 based on ingredient analysis using FDA Substances Added to Food (SAFFA) data and CSPI Chemical Cuisine ratings. None of the ingredients in this product are flagged for safety concerns by FDA or CSPI databases. Product label data is sourced from the OpenFoodFacts collaborative database. See the full ingredient breakdown and safety assessment below.
What the Data Says About
Corn Flakes carries a composite safety score of 100/100, which we classify as "Safe" on our four-tier shelf-label framework. The score is computed by mapping each labeled ingredient against FDA Substances Added to Food (SAFFA) regulatory status and CSPI Chemical Cuisine classifications, then penalizing the overall product for each additive rated as caution-or-worse. Product data originates from the OpenFoodFacts collaborative catalog; safety annotations come from federal regulators and the Center for Science in the Public Interest.
Our scan did not identify any ingredients in this product that FDA SAFFA or CSPI Chemical Cuisine data flags as requiring caution or avoidance at the time of analysis. That is a meaningful clean-label signal, though it does not account for personal allergens, regional recalls, or inspection findings not reflected in federal additive databases. The per-ingredient breakdown below shows the source-level classification for each component.
A NOVA processing classification is not available for this product in the OpenFoodFacts snapshot we use. NOVA captures processing intensity separately from additive safety, and where both are available the combined view is more informative than either alone for households tracking ultra-processed food intake or ingredient-level exposure. The Nutri-Score grade of D reflects nutritional balance — calories, saturated fat, sugar, sodium versus fiber, protein, and produce content — which again is a distinct dimension from additive safety and worth weighing alongside the scores above.
Safety Profile at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| PlainFoodSafe Score | 100/100 | FDA SAFFA + CSPI composite |
| Flagged ingredients | 0 | CSPI/FDA review |
| NOVA processing group | Not classified | OpenFoodFacts |
| Nutri-Score | D | OpenFoodFacts |
Composite metric derived from FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine, OpenFoodFacts. See methodology.
Ingredient Safety Analysis
Full Ingredient List
CORN FLAKES TANGY PARTY MEATBALLS MIX TOGETHER LIGHTLY: 1 Cup Fans Corn Flakes 2 Lbs. Hamburger 2 Tbsp. Onion Flakes 2 Tbsp. Soy Sauce 1/4 Tsp. Black Pepper 1/2 Tsp. Garlic Powder 2 Eggs 1/2 Cup Catsup Gently roll into firm small balls (11/2"). Set aside. Prepare sauce using 12 oz. chili sauce, 16oz. cranberry sauce, 2 tbsp. sugar and 2 tbsp. lemon juice. Place meatballs with sauce in baking dish. Bake 35-40 minutes at 400°F. SOUR CREAM SALMON LOAF 1 Can (151/2 oz.) Salmon 1 Pkg. (8 oz.) Sour Cream 1/2 Cup melted Butter or Margarine 1 Egg, beaten 21/2 Cups Fans Corn Flakes Measure the Fans Corn Flakes and then crush into crumbs. Drain off half of liquid of the salmon. Combine all ingredients. Place in a loaf pan. Bake 40 minutes at 350°F. If firmer texture loaf is desired, use less butter or margarine and add 1 more egg. Website: www.fans-usa.com e-mail: fans@fans-usa.com CARTON MADE FROM 100% RECYCLED PAPERBOARD
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Data Sources
Data as of 2025. Source: OpenFoodFacts, FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine.
Product data from OpenFoodFacts (ODbL). Ingredient safety ratings from FDA SAFFA and CSPI Chemical Cuisine. See our methodology for details.
This information is for reference only and does not constitute dietary or medical advice.
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