Is Baked Goods Mix Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Douceur
Baked Goods Mix is a snack from Douceur. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Palm Oil, Glucose Fructose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes palm oil and glucose-fructose syrup, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. However, natural flavors and fruit juice concentrates are present, indicating some quality aspects.
Main concern
Palm oil is a highly processed ingredient with environmental concerns related to its production.
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
- Natural fruit juice concentrates like blackcurrant and sour cherry add flavor and some nutritional value.
- Contains natural aroma, which can enhance the overall sensory experience without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Palm oil is a highly processed ingredient with environmental concerns related to its production.
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the baked goods. It is a staple in many baked products.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the product, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a highly processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns due to its production methods and high saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palmöl
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as flavor. Cocoa mass adds rich flavor and some antioxidants, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar consumption and related health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose-Fruktose-Sirup
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium carbonate is used as a leavening agent to help the dough rise, but it is a processed ingredient with some concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Natriumcarbonate
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds richness and a smooth texture, enhancing the overall quality of the baked goods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Table Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt is essential for flavor enhancement and helps balance sweetness in baked products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Natural Aroma safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Aroma is used here as flavor. Natural aroma enhances flavor without synthetic additives, contributing positively to the product's sensory profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Cinnamon safe in this snack?
Good
Cinnamon is used here as flavor. Cinnamon adds a warm, spicy flavor and has some antioxidant properties, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zimt
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Is Blackcurrant Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Blackcurrant Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. This concentrate provides natural sweetness and flavor, along with some vitamins and antioxidants.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Johannisbeersaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Blackcurrant Juice Concentrate
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Is Milk Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Protein is used here as base. Milk protein contributes to texture and nutritional content but may raise concerns for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milcheiweiß
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Is Lecithins safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used to improve texture and stability, but they are processed ingredients that may raise some concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Lecithine)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance flavor and preserve freshness, but it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel (Citronensäure)
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Is Pectins safe in this snack?
Medium
Pectins is used here as gelling agent. Pectins are used to improve texture and stability, but they are derived from fruit and processed.
Role in formula: gelling agent
Original: Geliermittel (Pektine)
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Is Sour Cherry Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Sour Cherry Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. This concentrate adds natural sweetness and flavor, along with some vitamins and antioxidants.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sauerkirschsaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Sour Cherry Juice Concentrate
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Is Milk Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Sugar is used here as sweetener. Milk sugar contributes to sweetness and texture but may raise concerns for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Milchzucker
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Is Elderberry Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Elderberry Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Elderberry juice concentrate adds natural sweetness and flavor, along with some vitamins and antioxidants.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Holunderbeersaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Elderberry Juice Concentrate
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: 3566465
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Allergens detected: egg , tree_nut , soy
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