Is Coffee Mate Chocolate Creme Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nestle
Coffee Mate Chocolate Creme is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Nestle. The product scores 30/100 in Zerotox, meaning it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Corn Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
30 / 100
Why score is 30
The composition includes hydrogenated oils and sucralose, raising concerns about synthetic additives and unhealthy fats. The presence of caseinate indicates dairy content, which may affect lactose-sensitive individuals.
Main concern
Hydrogenated oils are present, which are associated with unhealthy trans fats.
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 processed with alkali, which can enhance flavor in this creamer.
- Includes calcium, which is beneficial for bone health.
- Natural and artificial flavors can provide a diverse taste experience.
Concerns
- Hydrogenated oils are present, which are associated with unhealthy trans fats.
- Sucralose is a synthetic sweetener that raises concerns about artificial additives.
- Caseinate indicates dairy content, which may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- High sugar content from added sugars can contribute to health 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 dairy.
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added to enhance sweetness in this creamer, but high sugar content raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this dairy?
Bad
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Hydrogenated oils are used for texture but are linked to unhealthy trans fats, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: HYDROGENATED Incl. 2g Added Sugars 4%
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Is Corn Syrup safe in this dairy?
Bad
Corn Syrup is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake and related health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: CORN SYRUP
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Is Caseinate safe in this dairy?
Medium
Caseinate is used here as base. Caseinate is a milk derivative that provides creaminess but may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: CASEINATE (A MILK DERIVATIVE)
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Is Natural And Artificial Flavor safe in this dairy?
Medium
Natural And Artificial Flavor is used here as flavor. These flavors enhance taste but can be synthetic, raising concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural And Artificial Flavor
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Is Cocoa Processed With Alkali safe in this dairy?
Good
Cocoa Processed With Alkali is used here as flavor. Cocoa processed with alkali adds flavor and color, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI
Read the full ingredient profile for Cocoa Processed With Alkali
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this dairy?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help maintain texture but are often derived from processed fats, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES
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Is Dipotassium Phosphate safe in this dairy?
Medium
Dipotassium Phosphate is used here as buffer. Dipotassium phosphate is used to stabilize the product but is a synthetic additive that raises some concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE
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Is Sodium Aluminosilicate safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sodium Aluminosilicate is used here as anti-caking agent. Sodium aluminosilicate is used to prevent clumping but is a synthetic additive with potential health concerns.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: SODIUM ALUMINOSILICATE
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Is Sucralose safe in this dairy?
Bad
Sucralose is used here as sweetener. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential health effects.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUCRALOSE
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: 3513629
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Allergens detected: milk
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