Is Cola Chews Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Coop
Coop's Cola Chews is reviewed here as a dessert. 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 E150a.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes glucose syrup and maltodextrin, which are processed ingredients. The presence of artificial colorant E150a raises quality concerns, indicating a processed nature.
Main concern
Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that may raise concerns about high sugar content.
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
- Coconut oil is a natural fat that can provide a source of energy and flavor.
- The use of E330 (citric acid) as an acidulant can enhance the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that may raise concerns about high sugar content.
- E150a is an artificial colorant that indicates the presence of synthetic additives, which can lower quality perception.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that provides sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker (sukkerrør: EU)
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener derived from starch, contributing to sweetness but raising concerns about processed sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glukosesirup
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Good
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is a natural fat that can provide flavor and texture, generally considered a better option than synthetic fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: kokosolje
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate used as a thickener, which can raise concerns about its processed nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodekstrin
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acid used to enhance flavor and preserve freshness, generally regarded as safe.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: syre (E 330)
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Is Flavorings safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings are used to enhance taste but can be synthetic, raising concerns about their origin and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromaer
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Is E473 safe in this dessert?
Medium
E473 is used here as emulsifier. E473 is a processed emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (E 473)
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Is E901 safe in this dessert?
Medium
E901 is used here as coating agent. E901 is a synthetic coating agent used for surface treatment, which raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: coating agent
Original: overflatebehandlingsmiddel (E 901)
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Is E150a safe in this dessert?
Bad
E150a is used here as colorant. E150a is an artificial colorant that indicates the presence of synthetic additives, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoff (E 150a)
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: 4060170
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