Is Cofler Choco-Cookies Bon O Bon Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Arcor
Arcor's Cofler Choco-Cookies Bon O Bon is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Vegetable Oils, Glucose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient analysis reveals a mix of good and problematic components. Ingredients like chocolate and enriched wheat flour are balanced by synthetic additives like artificial flavors and emulsifiers, indicating moderate quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains artificial flavors (vanillin, hazelnut, orange), raising concerns about synthetic additives.
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 chocolate (33%) and cocoa (36%), which provide flavor and richness.
- Enriched wheat flour adds nutritional value with iron and vitamins.
- Includes roasted peanuts, contributing to texture and taste.
- Uses lecithin as an emulsifier, which is a common food ingredient.
Concerns
- Contains artificial flavors (vanillin, hazelnut, orange), raising concerns about synthetic additives.
- Hydrogenated oils present, which are associated with health risks.
- Includes multiple emulsifiers, which may indicate processing concerns.
- High sugar content from added sugar and glucose syrup, which is a common issue in snacks.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Milk Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Chocolate is used here as flavor. Milk chocolate provides sweetness and flavor but contains added sugars and fats, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CHOCOLATE CON LECHE 33%
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Is Enriched Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Enriched Wheat Flour is used here as base. Enriched wheat flour adds essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: HARINA DE TRIGO ENRIQUECIDA
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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 high calorie content and potential health issues when consumed excessively.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: AZÚCAR
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this snack?
Bad
Vegetable Oils is used here as fat. Hydrogenated vegetable oils are used for texture but are linked to health risks, including heart disease.
Role in formula: fat
Original: ACEITES VEGETALES (INTERESTERIFICADO Y FRACCIONADO, INTERESTERIFICADO, ALTO OLEICO, TOTALMENTE HIDROGENADO)
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as flavor. Roasted peanuts add flavor and texture, providing some nutritional benefits like protein and healthy fats.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: MANÍ TOSTADO
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder contributes to flavor and protein content but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: LECHE DESCREMADA EN POLVO
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: JARABE DE GLUCOSA
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Is Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used for texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: ALMIDÓN
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds rich flavor and some antioxidants, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CACAO EN POLVO
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in snacks, though excessive intake can be a concern.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SAL
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Is Chemical Leavening Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Chemical Leavening Agents is used here as leavening. Chemical leavening agents help the product rise but are synthetic and may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening
Original: LEUDANTES QUÍMICOS (BICARBONATO DE AMONIO, BICARBONATO DE SODIO)
Read the full ingredient profile for Chemical Leavening Agents
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Is Artificial Flavors safe in this snack?
Bad
Artificial Flavors is used here as flavor. Artificial flavors are synthetic additives that can raise concerns about quality and safety.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: AROMATIZANTES ARTIFICIALES (VAINILLINA, AROMAS (AVELLANA, NARANJA))
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: 4102998
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk , gluten
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