Is Almondy Salted Caramel Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ikea
Almondy Salted Caramel is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Ikea. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Flavouring, Flavourings affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes glucose syrup and sweetened condensed milk, which are processed ingredients. The presence of emulsifiers and vegetable fats raises concerns about quality and processing levels.
Main concern
Includes glucose syrup and sweetened condensed milk, indicating high sugar content and processing.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains almonds, which are a good source of healthy fats and nutrients.
- Uses salted caramel, providing a unique flavor profile that enhances the overall taste.
Concerns
- Includes glucose syrup and sweetened condensed milk, indicating high sugar content and processing.
- Contains emulsifiers like lecithins, which may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sugar used for sweetness and texture in this product. Its high sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Sweetened Condensed Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweetened Condensed Milk is used here as base. Sweetened condensed milk is a thick, sweet dairy product that adds creaminess. Its high sugar content and processing raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: sweetened condensed _milk_ (_milk_, sugar)
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Condensed Milk
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in this product, contributing to the overall texture without raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat is a plant-based fat that adds creaminess. While it is natural, it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: coconut fat
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Is Cream safe in this snack?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor to the product. It is a natural dairy ingredient that contributes positively to taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: cream (_milk_)
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness. It is a natural ingredient that does not raise safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: seasalt
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Is Butter Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Butter Oil is used here as base. Butter oil adds richness and flavor. While it is a natural ingredient, it is still a processed form of butter.
Role in formula: base
Original: butter oil (_milk_)
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Is Pectin safe in this snack?
Medium
Pectin is used here as thickener. Pectin is a natural thickener derived from fruits. It helps achieve the desired texture but is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: thickener (pectin)
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Is Lecithins safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used to stabilize the mixture. While they can be derived from natural sources, they are often processed.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (lecithins)
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Is Flavouring safe in this snack?
Bad
Flavouring is used here as flavor. Flavouring is a vague term that can include artificial additives. Its presence raises concerns about the quality of flavoring agents used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavouring
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product. Its high content raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a vegetable oil used for texture. While it is a common ingredient, it is often refined and processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: rapeseed oil
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Is Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts provide protein and healthy fats. Their inclusion adds nutritional value to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: _peanuts_ (10%)
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this snack?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk adds richness and emulsification properties. It is a natural ingredient that contributes positively to texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: _egg_ yolk
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Is Egg White safe in this snack?
Good
Egg White is used here as base. Egg white provides structure and stability. It is a natural ingredient that enhances the product's texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: _egg_ white
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Is Gluten Free Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Gluten Free Wheat Starch is used here as base. Gluten-free wheat starch is used for texture. While gluten-free, it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: gluten-free _wheat_ starch
Read the full ingredient profile for Gluten Free Wheat Starch
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Is Vegetable Fats safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Fats is used here as base. Vegetable fats, including palm and shea, are used for texture. Their processing raises concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable fats (palm, shea)
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Is Buttermilk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Buttermilk Powder is used here as base. Buttermilk powder adds flavor and texture. It is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: butter_milk_ powder
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar adds sweetness and flavor. While it is less processed than white sugar, it still raises concerns about sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: brown sugar
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor. It is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: _whole _milk_ powder
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Is Almonds safe in this snack?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds provide healthy fats and nutrients. Their inclusion enhances the nutritional profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: _almonds_
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds richness and texture. While it is derived from cocoa, it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass contributes to flavor and texture. It is a processed ingredient derived from cocoa beans.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa mass
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness. It is a natural ingredient that does not raise safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Lactose safe in this snack?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a sugar found in milk. Its presence may raise concerns for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: lactose (_milk_)
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Is Raising Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Raising Agents is used here as leavening. Raising agents like diphosphates and sodium carbonates are used for texture. Their processing raises concerns about quality.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: raising agents (diphosphates, sodium carbonates)
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Is Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Sugar syrup is a concentrated sugar solution that adds sweetness. Its high sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar syrup
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture. While it can be derived from natural sources, it is often processed.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (_soya_ lecithin)
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Is Flavourings safe in this snack?
Bad
Flavourings is used here as flavor. Flavourings are vague and can include artificial additives. Their presence raises concerns about the quality of flavoring agents used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavourings
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4056794
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Allergens detected: milk , peanut , egg , wheat
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