Is Chocolate Bar Imp Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aero
This page reviews Chocolate Bar Imp by Aero as a dessert. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Vegetable Fats, Flavouring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and vegetable fats, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of palm oil and emulsifiers like lecithins further indicates a less favorable quality profile.
Main concern
Includes palm oil, which raises environmental and health concerns due to its processing.
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 Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa, indicating some sustainability in sourcing.
- Suitable for vegetarians, appealing to those avoiding meat products.
Concerns
- Includes palm oil, which raises environmental and health concerns due to its processing.
- High sugar content contributes to a less favorable health profile.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dessert and why it matters.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the chocolate but raises concerns about excessive consumption and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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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 dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole milk powder
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to the smooth texture and flavor of the chocolate without significant health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans and provides the chocolate flavor, being a natural ingredient with beneficial properties.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa mass
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Is Vegetable Fats safe in this dessert?
Bad
Vegetable Fats is used here as base. Vegetable fats, including palm and shea, are often used for texture but can raise health concerns due to their processing and potential trans fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable fats (palm, shea)
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy byproduct that adds protein and creaminess but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey powder product (milk)
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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 dairy flavor and texture but is a processed ingredient that may not be preferred by all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: skimmed milk powder
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Is Butterfat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butterfat is used here as base. Butterfat adds richness and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: butterfat (milk)
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Is Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used to stabilize the chocolate mixture but are processed ingredients that may not be appealing to all consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (lecithins)
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Is Flavouring safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavouring is used here as flavor. Flavouring is a vague term that may refer to artificial or natural flavors, raising concerns about the quality and source of these additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavouring
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: 4182525
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Allergens detected: milk
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