Is Autumn Mix Candy Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Brach's

This page reviews Autumn Mix Candy by Brach's as a dessert. Its current score is 30/100, suggesting that it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Corn Syrup, Confectioner S Glaze Shellac.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic additives such as artificial flavors and colors (Yellow 6, Red 40), raising significant quality concerns. Hydrogenated palm kernel oil and gelatin further contribute to the low rating due to their processed nature.

Main concern

Hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats 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 honey, a natural sweetener that adds flavor and may provide some benefits.
  • Cocoa powder is present, which can offer a rich taste and some antioxidant properties.

Concerns

  • Hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats and health implications.
  • Artificial colors like Yellow 6 and Red 40 are synthetic and linked to various health concerns, impacting overall quality.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

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

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dessert and why it matters.

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: 3197744

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Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats and health implications.; Artificial colors like Yellow 6 and Red 40 are synthetic and linked to various health concerns, impacting overall quality.. 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.
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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.
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as artificial flavors and colors (Yellow 6, Red 40), raising significant quality concerns. Hydrogenated palm kernel oil and gelatin further contribute to the low rating due to their processed nature. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Main concerns for this product: Hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats and health implications.; Artificial colors like Yellow 6 and Red 40 are synthetic and linked to various health concerns, impacting overall quality.. See the full list above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: salt, cocoa powder, honey. See the Ingredients section above.
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This product is flagged for: Hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats and health implications.; Artificial colors like Yellow 6 and Red 40 are synthetic and linked to various health concerns, impacting overall quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Brach's — Autumn Mix Candy has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Brach's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Brach's — Autumn Mix Candy has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.

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