Is Chewits Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cloetta
Cloetta's Chewits 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, Glucose Syrup, Palm Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are high in processed sugars. The presence of palm oil raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises health 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
- Natural fruit juice concentrates like orange and raspberry provide some flavoring.
- Contains natural flavors, which are generally preferable to artificial alternatives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises health concerns.
- Palm oil is present, which is linked to environmental issues and health risks.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall high sugar content of the product, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zahăr
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that adds to the sugar load, potentially leading to health issues with excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucoză
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as emulsifier. Palm oil is a highly processed fat associated with health risks and environmental concerns, particularly regarding deforestation.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: grăsimi vegetale (palmier)
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as emulsifier. Coconut oil is a plant-based fat that can be beneficial in moderation, but its high saturated fat content raises some health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: nucă de cocos
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Medium
Sorbitol is used here as humectant. Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a humectant, which can help retain moisture but may cause digestive issues in large amounts.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: umectant (sorbitol)
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this snack?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can serve as a thickener but may raise blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrină
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer that helps balance acidity in the product without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acid citric
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this snack?
Good
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid is a natural acid that can enhance flavor and preserve the product, generally considered safe.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: lactic
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are derived from natural sources, but their exact composition is often proprietary, raising some transparency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arome naturale
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Is Sodium Lactate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Lactate is used here as regulator. Sodium lactate is used to regulate acidity and is generally safe, but it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: regulator
Original: lactat de sodiu
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: 3955691
More from this brand: Cloetta products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , nuts , peanuts
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