Is Chocolate with Hazelnuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Il Gigante
Il Gigante's Chocolate with Hazelnuts is reviewed here as a dessert. 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 Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and cocoa mass, with hazelnut granules and paste. Lecithin is a processed emulsifier, raising moderate concerns about ingredient quality.
Main concern
Sugar is a highly processed ingredient, raising concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 hazelnut granules (18%) which add texture and flavor.
- Cocoa mass is a primary ingredient, contributing to the chocolate base.
- Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor profile.
Concerns
- Sugar is a highly processed ingredient, raising concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that may raise concerns for some consumers.
- Potential for cross-contamination with milk and other nuts, which may affect allergen safety.
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.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the chocolate, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucchero
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is a key ingredient providing the chocolate flavor, but its processing level raises moderate concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasta di cacao
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Is Hazelnut Granules safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Granules is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnut granules (18%) add a natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: granella di NOCCIOLE
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnut paste enhances the chocolate's flavor profile and provides a creamy texture, indicating a quality ingredient.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: pasta di NOCCIOLE
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to the smooth texture of the chocolate but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: burro di cacao
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture and stability, but it raises concerns due to its processed nature.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsionante: lecitina di SOIA
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Is Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Vanilla extract adds a natural flavor enhancement, contributing positively to the overall taste of the chocolate.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: estratto di vaniglia
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: 4140994
More from this brand: Il Gigante products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , nuts
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