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Is Chocolate Fudge Brownie Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Ben & Jerry's

This page reviews Chocolate Fudge Brownie by Ben & Jerry's 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: Carrageenan.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like liquid sugar and carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of synthetic additives indicates a less clean profile.

Main concern

Liquid sugar and invert sugar are highly processed sweeteners, raising 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, which adds flavor and is a natural ingredient.
  • Includes egg yolks and egg whites, providing a rich texture.
  • Guar gum acts as a stabilizer, improving product consistency.
  • Natural flavor enhances taste without artificial components.

Concerns

  • Liquid sugar and invert sugar are highly processed sweeteners, raising concerns about sugar content.
  • Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.
  • Soybean oil is a processed fat that may not be favorable for health-conscious consumers.
  • The presence of multiple sugars indicates a high sweetness level, which may not appeal to all.

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.

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: 3229504

More from this brand: Ben & Jerry's products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: egg , milk , wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
Ben & Jerry's — Chocolate Fudge Brownie has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Ben & Jerry's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains cocoa, which adds flavor and is a natural ingredient.; Includes egg yolks and egg whites, providing a rich texture.; Guar gum acts as a stabilizer, improving product consistency.. See the Pros section above.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like liquid sugar and carrageenan, which raise quality concerns. The presence of synthetic additives indicates a less clean profile. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: cream, skim milk, water. See the Ingredients section 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.
We detected: egg, milk, wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Ben & Jerry's — Chocolate Fudge Brownie has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Ben & Jerry's — Chocolate Fudge Brownie 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.

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