Is Chubi Galleta Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Arcor
Chubi Galleta is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Arcor. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat, Artificial Flavor, Tartrazine affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like hydrogenated fats and artificial colors, which raise quality concerns. The presence of tartrazine and palm oil also affects the overall safety assessment.
Main concern
Hydrogenated fats raise concerns due to their association with health risks.
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 wheat flour, a staple ingredient providing structure and texture.
- Includes cocoa powder, which adds flavor and is a common ingredient in chocolate snacks.
Concerns
- Hydrogenated fats raise concerns due to their association with health risks.
- Tartrazine is an artificial color that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
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 snack.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and texture to the cookie. It is a common and generally safe ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: HARINA DE TRIGO
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: AZÚCAR
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat safe in this snack?
Bad
Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat is used here as base. Hydrogenated vegetable fat is used for texture but is associated with health risks, including heart disease.
Role in formula: base
Original: GRASA VEGETAL INTERESTERIFICADA Y TOTALMENTE HIDROGENADA (PALMISTE)
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CACAO EN POLVO
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: LECHE DESCREMADA EN POLVO
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and has some beneficial properties, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: MIEL
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that provides sweetness but is a processed ingredient, raising concerns about sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: DEXTROSA
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Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Ammonium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Ammonium bicarbonate is used as a leavening agent, effective in baked goods but can produce ammonia odors if not used properly.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: BICARBONATO DE AMONIO
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is a common leavening agent that helps baked goods rise, generally safe when used in moderation.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: BICARBONATO DE SODIO
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is a necessary ingredient in baked goods, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: SAL
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten provides elasticity and structure but may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: GLUTEN DE TRIGO
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Is Artificial Flavor safe in this snack?
Bad
Artificial Flavor is used here as flavor. Artificial flavoring is used to enhance taste but raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential allergens.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SABORIZANTE IDÉNTICO A NATURAL
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: LECITINA DE SOYA/SOJA
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Is Tartrazine safe in this snack?
Bad
Tartrazine is used here as colorant. Tartrazine is an artificial colorant that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: TARTRAZINA
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: 4107237
More from this brand: Arcor products in Zerotox
Similar products: snack in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: wheat , milk , soy
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