Is Cocoa Filled Wafers Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Opavia
Cocoa Filled Wafers is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Opavia. 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 Sugar, Palm Oil, Aroma affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. Emulsifiers like soy lecithin and E492 are present, indicating moderate processing.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed nature.
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 powder, which adds flavor and is a natural ingredient.
- Includes wheat flour, providing structure and texture to the wafers.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed nature.
- Presence of palm oil and other vegetable fats indicates potential quality issues.
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukor
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a widely used vegetable fat that raises environmental and health concerns due to its processing and sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: palmový tuk
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour provides structure and texture to the wafers, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: pšeničná múka
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds flavor and is a natural ingredient, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kakaový prášok
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Is Lactose safe in this snack?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a sugar derived from milk, contributing to the flavor but may raise concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: laktóza
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Is Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy derivative that adds protein and flavor but may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: sušená srvátka
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sójové lecitíny
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is a common vegetable oil that is often refined, raising some concerns about processing and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: repkový olej
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used to enhance flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: jedlá soľ
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Is Raising Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Raising Agents is used here as leavening agent. Raising agents like E503 and E500 are used to create texture but are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: kypriace látky
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Is Aroma safe in this snack?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is a vague term that may refer to artificial flavors, raising concerns about the quality and safety of the flavoring used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aróma
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: 4192190
More from this brand: Opavia products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat , soy
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