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Does Chick-fil-A use Toxic Preservatives?

Our latest 2025 audit of Chick-fil-A analyzed 102 menu items. We found that 47 items (46%) contain high-risk preservatives.

46% Contain Toxins
55 Safe Options

Specific Ingredients Found:

Sodium nitrite, Sodium benzoate

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We've identified exactly which menu items at Chick-fil-A are Preservative Free. Download PRūF to see the full list.

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Methodology & sources

We analyzed 102 menu items and matched ingredient statements against PRūF’s additive taxonomy. Counts reflect distinct menu items containing any flagged ingredient in this category. Data is sourced from publicly available Chick-fil-A ingredient disclosures as of 2026-01-04.

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Our 2025 audit of Chick-fil-A found that 47 menu items (46%) contain high-risk preservatives. Specific ingredients identified include: Sodium nitrite, Sodium benzoate.
Yes, there are 55 items on the menu that are considered are Preservative Free. You can use the PRūF app to see the full list of safe options and filter the menu in real-time.

Audit based on Chick-fil-A public ingredient data as of 2026-01-04.