Is Caramelised Hazelnuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Marks And Spencer
Marks And Spencer's Caramelised Hazelnuts is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Dextrose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and dextrose as sweeteners, which raise concerns about high sugar content. Lecithin as an emulsifier is acceptable, but honey and natural vanilla flavoring add complexity to the ingredient profile.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and dextrose raises quality concerns.
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 hazelnuts, which provide healthy fats and flavor.
- Natural vanilla flavoring enhances taste without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and dextrose raises quality concerns.
- Presence of lecithin as an emulsifier indicates some processing.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts are a nutritious base ingredient, providing healthy fats and flavor. Their presence supports the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hazelnuts
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the product's sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Whole Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk is used here as base. Whole milk adds creaminess and flavor but is a source of saturated fat, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Whole Milk
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter contributes to texture and flavor but is a processed fat, which may raise some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cocoa Butter
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass adds rich chocolate flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cocoa Mass
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sea Salt
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavouring safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Vanilla Flavouring is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavoring enhances taste without synthetic additives, but its processing level may vary.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural Vanilla Flavouring
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Vanilla Flavouring
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Is Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Lecithin
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and may have some beneficial properties, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Honey
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Is Gum Arabic safe in this snack?
Medium
Gum Arabic is used here as stabilizer. Gum arabic acts as a stabilizer to maintain texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise some concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Cum Arabic
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: 3574749
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , milk
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