Is Choccolinos Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Spar
Choccolinos is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Spar. 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, Glucose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk powder and cocoa powder indicates a mix of good and medium quality components.
Main concern
Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
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 adds flavor and is a natural ingredient.
- Includes milk powder, providing a dairy component that enhances taste.
- Natural vanilla flavor contributes to the overall flavor profile.
- Coconut oil is a natural fat source, adding richness.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
- Emulsifiers like lecithin and mono- and diglycerides may indicate processing.
- Xanthan and guar gum are stabilizers that can be seen as unnecessary additives.
- High sugar content from multiple sources may be a concern for some 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 snack.
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a base ingredient, providing moisture and aiding in the overall texture of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Cocoa Fat Glaze safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Fat Glaze is used here as flavor. Cocoa fat glaze is a processed ingredient that adds flavor and texture but raises concerns due to its sugar content.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaohaltige Fettglasur (Kokosfett, Zucker, fettarmes Kakaopulver 2,2%, Emulgator: Lecithine (Soja), natürliches Vanillearoma)
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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 overall sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Milk Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Chocolate is used here as flavor. Milk chocolate adds flavor and creaminess but contains sugar and cocoa butter, which are processed ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Milchschokolade (Zucker, Kakaobutter, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaomasse, Butterreinfett, Emulgator: Lecithine (Soja), natürliches Aroma)
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is a natural fat that adds richness and flavor to the product, contributing positively to its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosöl
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides a dairy component, enhancing flavor but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Low-fat cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor while being a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fettarmes Kakaopulver 3,8%
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Is Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy derivative that adds protein but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Molkenpulver
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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 raises concerns about added sugars and overall health impact.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides help maintain texture but indicate processing and raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgatoren: Milchsäureester von Mono - und Diglyceriden von Speisefettsäuren, Mono - und Diglyceride von Speisefettsäuren
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Is Stabilizers safe in this snack?
Medium
Stabilizers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers like xanthan and guar gum help maintain consistency but may be seen as unnecessary additives.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabilisatoren: Xanthan, Guarkernmehl
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: 4246988
More from this brand: Spar products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk
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