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Does Panda Express use Toxic Preservatives?

Our latest 2025 audit of Panda Express analyzed 28 menu items. We found that 3 items (11%) contain high-risk preservatives.

11% Contain Toxins
25 Safe Options

Specific Ingredients Found:

Sodium benzoate

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We've identified exactly which menu items at Panda Express are Preservative Free. Download PRūF to see the full list.

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Methodology & sources

We analyzed 28 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 Panda Express ingredient disclosures as of 2025-12-28.

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Our 2025 audit of Panda Express found that 3 menu items (11%) contain high-risk preservatives. Specific ingredients identified include: Sodium benzoate.
Yes, there are 25 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 Panda Express public ingredient data as of 2025-12-28.