Is Cocoa Powder Safe? Ingredient Analysis
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This page reviews Cocoa Powder by xx:ica-i♥eco as a food. Its current score is 85/100, suggesting that it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
The composition includes cocoa powder and sodium carbonate (E501) as a pH regulator. The presence of cocoa powder indicates a natural ingredient, supporting a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
The composition includes cocoa powder and sodium carbonate (E501) as a pH regulator. The presence of cocoa powder indicates a natural ingredient, supporting a clean rating.
Pros
- Cocoa powder is a natural ingredient, providing rich flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
- Sodium carbonate (E501) is used as a pH regulator, which is generally recognized as safe in food applications.
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this food and why it matters.
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this food?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Cocoa powder is derived from cocoa beans and is used for its rich flavor and potential health benefits. Its natural origin supports the product's clean profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaopulver
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this food?
Medium
Sodium Carbonate is used here as buffer. Sodium carbonate is included to regulate acidity in this product. While it serves a functional purpose, it is a processed ingredient that raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: surhetsreglerande medel (E501)
How we score
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Product info
Product ID: 4057765
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