Cocoa Dream Ice Cream Bars product image with 45/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Cocoa Dream Ice Cream Bars Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Farm Boy

Farm Boy's Cocoa Dream Ice Cream Bars is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Mono And Diglycerides, Carrageenan.

45 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 45

The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives, including carrageenan and hydrogenated vegetable oil, which raise quality and safety concerns. The presence of multiple sugars also indicates a highly processed composition.

Main concern

Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.

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

  • Cocoa powder is a natural ingredient that adds flavor and is minimally processed.
  • Cream provides a rich texture and is a common base for ice cream products.

Concerns

  • Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.
  • Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats and overall health.

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: 3441240

More from this brand: Farm Boy products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

Main concerns for this product: Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.; Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats and overall health.. See the full list above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
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This product scores 45 / 100 mainly because of: Carrageenan is a thickener that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.; Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a processed fat that raises concerns about trans fats and overall health.. 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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and 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.
Farm Boy — Cocoa Dream Ice Cream Bars has a Zerotox score of 45 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives, including carrageenan and hydrogenated vegetable oil, which raise quality and safety concerns. The presence of multiple sugars also indicates a highly processed composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Cocoa powder is a natural ingredient that adds flavor and is minimally processed.; Cream provides a rich texture and is a common base for ice cream products.. See the Pros section above.
Farm Boy — Cocoa Dream Ice Cream Bars has a Zerotox safety score of 45 / 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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