Is Branche Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Halba
Branche is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Halba. 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 Sugar, Soy Lecithin affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and cocoa butter, with E322 (soy lecithin) as an emulsifier. The presence of sugar and processed ingredients raises quality concerns.
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 cocoa butter, which is a natural fat that contributes to texture.
- Includes hazelnuts (15%), providing a nutty flavor and some nutritional benefits.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
- E322 (soy lecithin) is a processed emulsifier that may not appeal to all consumers.
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 dessert.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about health effects when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sucre
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to the smooth texture of chocolate but is high in calories.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts provide flavor and some nutritional benefits, including healthy fats and vitamins, enhancing the overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: noisettes 15%
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait entier en poudre
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is derived from cocoa beans and contributes to the chocolate flavor, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacao en pâte
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides some creaminess and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé en poudre
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat is a plant-based fat that contributes to texture but is high in saturated fat, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: graisse de coco
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Bad
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier used to improve texture but may raise concerns for those avoiding soy products.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant (E 322 de soja)
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring enhances taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific components, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel
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: 4096195
More from this brand: Halba products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , milk
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