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Is Andes Creme De Menthe Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Andes

Andes's Andes Creme De Menthe is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Natural And Artificial Flavors.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which are highly processed and raise quality concerns. Artificial colors like Yellow 5 Lake and Blue 1 Lake further indicate synthetic additives, impacting overall safety.

Main concern

High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.

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 peppermint oil, which adds a natural flavor component.
  • Cocoa processed with alkali provides a chocolate flavor, though it's processed.

Concerns

  • High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
  • Palm kernel and palm oil are highly processed and linked to environmental issues.
  • Artificial colors (Yellow 5 Lake, Blue 1 Lake) raise safety concerns due to potential health risks.
  • Soy lecithin, while common, is a processed emulsifier that may not appeal to all consumers.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 3178757

More from this brand: Andes products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , soy

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Browse Andes products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
Main concerns for this product: High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.; Palm kernel and palm oil are highly processed and linked to environmental issues.. See the full list above.
This product scores 45 / 100 mainly because of: High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.; Palm kernel and palm oil are highly processed and linked to environmental issues.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains peppermint oil, which adds a natural flavor component.; Cocoa processed with alkali provides a chocolate flavor, though it's processed.. See the Pros section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: peppermint oil. See the Ingredients section above.
We detected: milk, soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which are highly processed and raise quality concerns. Artificial colors like Yellow 5 Lake and Blue 1 Lake further indicate synthetic additives, impacting overall safety. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Andes — Andes Creme De Menthe has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
Andes — Andes Creme De Menthe has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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