Is Coconut Bolls Old Fashioned 6pcs Safe? Ingredient Analysis
United Bakeries Norway
This page reviews Coconut Bolls Old Fashioned 6pcs by United Bakeries Norway as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm kernel oil, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of emulsifier E322 indicates moderate processing.
Main concern
Includes sugar, a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 coconut (12%), providing a natural flavor and texture.
- Uses shea oil, which is a natural fat with moisturizing properties.
Concerns
- Includes sugar, a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Palm kernel oil is present, which is often linked to environmental issues.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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Is Gluten Free Wheat Starch Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Gluten Free Wheat Starch Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a processed ingredient used for sweetness and texture, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glutenfri hvetestivelsesirup
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Is Egg Whites safe in this snack?
Good
Egg Whites is used here as base. Egg whites provide structure and stability to the product, contributing positively to its texture and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: eggehviter
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Is Coconut safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut is used here as natural_extract. Coconut adds flavor and texture, enhancing the product's appeal with its natural properties.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: kokos 12 %
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Is Palm Kernel Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Kernel Oil is used here as base. Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises concerns due to its environmental impact and potential health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: palmekjerneolje
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Is Shea Oil safe in this snack?
Good
Shea Oil is used here as base. Shea oil is a natural fat that can provide moisture and improve the texture of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: sheaolje
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Is Cocoa safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa adds a rich flavor and is a natural ingredient that enhances the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kakao
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Is Pectin safe in this snack?
Medium
Pectin is used here as thickener. Pectin is a natural thickener derived from fruits, used to improve texture but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: pektin
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (e322 - solsikkelecitin)
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: 4050965
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Allergens detected: egg
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