Is Coop Julekake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Goman-As
Coop Julekake is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Goman-As. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and dextrose, which raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and a dough conditioner indicates a highly processed product.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and dextrose, which raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and a dough conditioner indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
High sugar content from both sugar and dextrose 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 cardamom, a natural spice that adds flavor and aroma.
- Includes vegetable emulsifiers which can improve texture and shelf life.
- Raisin content provides some natural sweetness and texture.
Concerns
- High sugar content from both sugar and dextrose raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Presence of multiple emulsifiers (E472e, E471, E322) indicates processing.
- Wheat gluten may pose issues for those with gluten sensitivities.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient, providing structure and bulk to the product. However, it is a refined ingredient, raising concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hvetemel
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Is Raisins safe in this snack?
Good
Raisins is used here as flavor. Raisins add natural sweetness and moisture to the cake, contributing positively to flavor and texture.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: rosiner
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is essential for hydration and activating yeast, playing a crucial role in the dough formation.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: vann
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar enhances sweetness and contributes to browning during baking, but high levels can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Candied Peel safe in this snack?
Medium
Candied Peel is used here as flavor. Candied peel adds a unique flavor and texture, but it is a processed ingredient with added sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sukat
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used for moisture and texture, but it is a refined oil, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: rapsolje
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as stabilizer. Wheat gluten improves dough elasticity and structure, but it may not be suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: hvetegluten
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, playing a critical role in the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Cardamom safe in this snack?
Good
Cardamom is used here as flavor. Cardamom is a natural spice that adds a distinct flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kardemomme
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Is Yeast safe in this snack?
Good
Yeast is used here as leavening agent. Yeast is essential for fermentation, helping the dough rise and contributing to the texture of the cake.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: gjær
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Is Vegetable Emulsifier E472e E471 E322 Sunflower Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Emulsifier E472e E471 E322 Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help blend ingredients and improve texture, but their processed nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: vegetabilsk emulgator (E472e, E471, E322 solsikkelecithin)
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Is Dough Conditioner E300 safe in this snack?
Medium
Dough Conditioner E300 is used here as stabilizer. E300 (ascorbic acid) is used to strengthen dough, but it is a synthetic additive that may raise processing concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: melbehandlingsmiddel (E 300)
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness but contributes to the overall sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dekstrose
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: 4044226
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Allergens detected: gluten
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