Chocolate Chunk Granola product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Chocolate Chunk Granola Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Open Nature

Open Nature's Chocolate Chunk Granola 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 Cane Sugar, Sugar, Anhydrous Dextrose.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes whole rolled oats and chocolate chunks, but also contains cane sugar and anhydrous dextrose, indicating a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. This raises some concerns about sugar content.

Main concern

Cane sugar and anhydrous dextrose are added sugars that raise concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.

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

  • Whole rolled oats provide a good source of fiber and are minimally processed, contributing positively to the rating.
  • Chocolate chunks add flavor and enjoyment, enhancing the overall appeal of the product.

Concerns

  • Cane sugar and anhydrous dextrose are added sugars that raise concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
  • Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that may raise quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.

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.

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: 3323757

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Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

This product is flagged for: Cane sugar and anhydrous dextrose are added sugars that raise concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.; Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that may raise quality concerns due to its synthetic nature.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Open Nature — Chocolate Chunk Granola has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
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Our analysis notes: Whole rolled oats provide a good source of fiber and are minimally processed, contributing positively to the rating.; Chocolate chunks add flavor and enjoyment, enhancing the overall appeal of the product.. See the Pros section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: whole rolled oats, unsweetened chocolate, vanilla extract. See the Ingredients section above.
The composition includes whole rolled oats and chocolate chunks, but also contains cane sugar and anhydrous dextrose, indicating a mix of good and medium quality ingredients. This raises some concerns about sugar content. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Open Nature — Chocolate Chunk Granola has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
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