Is Bon O Bon Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Arcor
Bon O Bon is a dessert from Arcor. 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 Sugar, Fractionated Vegetable Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and milk powder, with several processed ingredients like hydrogenated oils and artificial flavors. These raise quality concerns due to their synthetic nature.
Main concern
Contains hydrogenated oils, which are associated with health risks due to trans fats.
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 cocoa powder, which is a natural ingredient that can provide flavor.
- Includes milk powder, contributing to a creamy texture and taste.
- Cocoa mass adds richness and depth to the flavor profile.
- Peanuts provide a source of protein and texture.
Concerns
- Contains hydrogenated oils, which are associated with health risks due to trans fats.
- Includes artificial flavors, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
- Presence of sugar as a primary ingredient indicates high sweetness and low nutritional value.
- Wheat flour and gluten may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert 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 dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary ingredient that contributes to sweetness but offers no nutritional benefits, raising concerns about excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: AZÚCAR
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Is Whole And Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole And Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole and skimmed milk powder provide creaminess and flavor, contributing positively to the product's texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: LECHE ENTERA Y DESCREMADA EN POLVO
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds a rich texture and flavor but is a processed fat, which may raise concerns about health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: MANTECA DE CACAO
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass contributes to the chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: MASA DE CACAO
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Is Peanuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts add flavor and texture, providing some nutritional benefits, including protein and healthy fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: MANÍ/CACAHUATE
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Is Fractionated Vegetable Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Fractionated Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Fractionated vegetable oil is a processed fat that may contain unhealthy trans fats, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: MEZCLA DE ACEITE VEGETAL FRACCIONADA
Read the full ingredient profile for Fractionated Vegetable Oil
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Hydrogenated oils are associated with health risks due to trans fats, which can negatively impact heart health.
Role in formula: base
Original: TOTALMENTE HIDROGENADA
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: HARINA DE TRIGO
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate acts as a leavening agent, helping to create texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: AGENTE QUÍMICO (BICARBONATO DE SODIO)
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: 4107225
More from this brand: Arcor products in Zerotox
Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , peanut , wheat , soy
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