Is Chocozero Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Picard Chocolates
Chocozero is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Picard Chocolates. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes maltitol, a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive issues in excess, and soy lecithin, an emulsifier that raises concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of allergens like milk and nuts due to shared equipment further complicates safety. Overall, the mix of ingredients leads to a moderate rating due to quality concerns.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes maltitol, a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive issues in excess, and soy lecithin, an emulsifier that raises concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of allergens like milk and nuts due to shared equipment further complicates safety. Overall, the mix of ingredients leads to a moderate rating due to quality concerns.
Main concern
Maltitol is a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive discomfort when consumed in large amounts, raising 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 and cocoa mass, which are natural ingredients contributing to the chocolate flavor.
- Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier, helping to maintain texture and consistency in the chocolate.
Concerns
- Maltitol is a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive discomfort when consumed in large amounts, raising safety concerns.
- Manufactured on shared equipment with allergens like milk and nuts, posing a risk for individuals with sensitivities.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Maltitol safe in this dessert?
Medium
Maltitol is used here as sweetener. Maltitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener in this chocolate. While it provides sweetness with fewer calories than sugar, excessive consumption can lead to digestive issues, which raises safety concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Maltitol
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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, providing a smooth texture and rich flavor to the chocolate. Its natural origin supports quality and safety in the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: manteca de cacao
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Is Cocoa safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa is used here as base. Cocoa is the primary ingredient in chocolate, contributing to its flavor and color. Its presence indicates a quality chocolate product, as it is minimally processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacao
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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 is essential for chocolate production. It adds flavor and richness, supporting the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasta de cacao
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to stabilize the chocolate mixture. While it is a processed ingredient, it helps maintain texture and consistency.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: lecitina de soya (emulsificante e-322)
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Is Natural Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla extract is used to enhance the flavor profile of the chocolate. Its natural origin contributes positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extracto natural a vainilla
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Vanilla Extract
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: 2349834
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Allergens detected: milk , peanut , tree_nut
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