Is Celebrations Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mars
Celebrations is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Mars. The product scores 55/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Palm Fat affect the overall evaluation.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm oil, raising quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and preservatives further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
High levels of processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm oil raise concerns about quality.
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 (25% minimum), which can provide a rich flavor profile.
- Includes natural vanilla extract, enhancing the overall taste without synthetic flavors.
Concerns
- High levels of processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm oil raise concerns about quality.
- Presence of emulsifiers (soy lecithin, E471) indicates significant processing, which may affect overall ingredient integrity.
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 highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener derived from starch, contributing to high sugar content and raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, used for texture and mouthfeel, but its processing level can vary.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao
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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 dairy flavor and texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé en poudre
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans, contributing to flavor but is often processed, which can affect quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: pâte de cacao
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse du lait
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but can be problematic for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: lactose
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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 is processed and may contain gluten, raising concerns for some.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de blé
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Is Palm Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed ingredient that raises environmental and health concerns due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse de palme
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Is Peanuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts provide protein and healthy fats, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacahuètes
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Is Dried Coconut safe in this dessert?
Good
Dried Coconut is used here as base. Dried coconut adds flavor and texture, and is a natural ingredient that can provide some health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: noix de coco séchée
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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 dairy flavor and texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: petit-Iait en poudre
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common vegetable oil used for texture but is often refined, which can affect its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: lécithine de soja
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Is E471 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E471 is used here as emulsifier. E471 is a mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, used as an emulsifier, which raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: E471
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this dessert?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait de malt d'orge
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Is Lean Cocoa safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lean Cocoa is used here as base. Lean cocoa is used for flavor but is processed, which can affect its quality and safety.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacao maigre
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Glycerol safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glycerol is used here as humectant. Glycerol is used as a humectant to retain moisture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: humectant (glycérol)
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Is Egg White Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Egg White Powder is used here as base. Egg white powder provides protein and structure but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: blanc d'oeuf en poudre
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Is Natural Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla extract enhances flavor without synthetic additives, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait naturel de vanille
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Vanilla Extract
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Is E341 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E341 is used here as thickener. E341 is a calcium phosphate used as a thickener, which raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: E341
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Is E500 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E500 is used here as thickener. E500 is sodium bicarbonate, used as a leavening agent, which raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: E500
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Is E501 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E501 is used here as thickener. E501 is potassium bicarbonate, used as a leavening agent, which raises concerns due to its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: E501
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: 3925061
More from this brand: Mars products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk , wheat
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