Chocolate product image with 30/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Jell-O

Jell-O's Chocolate is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Colour.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The composition includes several synthetic additives like sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which raise quality concerns. The presence of modified corn starch and hydrogenated oils further indicates a highly processed product.

Main concern

Includes sucralose and acesulfame potassium, both artificial sweeteners that raise safety 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

  • Contains cocoa, which provides a chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient.
  • Modified milk ingredients contribute to texture and creaminess in the product.

Concerns

  • Includes sucralose and acesulfame potassium, both artificial sweeteners that raise safety concerns.
  • Hydrogenated oils may contain trans fats, which are linked to health risks.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, 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: 3250414

More from this brand: Jell-O products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Browse Jell-O products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
Jell-O — Chocolate has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains cocoa, which provides a chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient.; Modified milk ingredients contribute to texture and creaminess in the product.. See the Pros section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product is flagged for: Includes sucralose and acesulfame potassium, both artificial sweeteners that raise safety concerns.; Hydrogenated oils may contain trans fats, which are linked to health risks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
The composition includes several synthetic additives like sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which raise quality concerns. The presence of modified corn starch and hydrogenated oils further indicates a highly processed product. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Includes sucralose and acesulfame potassium, both artificial sweeteners that raise safety concerns.; Hydrogenated oils may contain trans fats, which are linked to health risks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. 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.
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.
Jell-O — Chocolate has a Zerotox score of 30 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.

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