Is Costamilk Excellence Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Costa
Costa's Costamilk Excellence 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 Artificial Flavoring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes maltitol as a sweetener and artificial flavoring, which raises concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of cocoa powder and cocoa butter indicates some natural ingredients.
Main concern
Includes artificial flavoring, which raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential quality issues.
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 powder and cocoa butter, which are derived from natural sources and contribute to the chocolate flavor.
- Maltitol is a sugar alcohol that provides sweetness with lower calories compared to sugar.
Concerns
- Includes artificial flavoring, which raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential quality issues.
- The use of palm oil may raise sustainability concerns due to its environmental impact.
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 dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Maltitol safe in this dessert?
Medium
Maltitol is used here as sweetener. Maltitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener in this product, providing sweetness with fewer calories than sugar, but may cause digestive issues in some individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Maltito
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Is Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder is a dairy ingredient that adds creaminess and flavor to the chocolate, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: leche en polvo
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, providing a smooth texture and rich flavor to the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: manteca de cacao
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Vegetable oil, including shea and palm oil, is used for texture and stability, but raises concerns about health and sustainability.
Role in formula: base
Original: aceite vegetal (Shea y Palma)
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Is Cocoa Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Paste is used here as base. Cocoa paste is made from ground cocoa beans and contributes to the chocolate flavor and texture, indicating a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasta de cacao
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Cocoa powder is a key ingredient that provides the characteristic chocolate flavor and is derived from cocoa beans.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacao en polvo
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture and blend ingredients, but it is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: lecitina de soya
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Is Artificial Flavoring safe in this dessert?
Bad
Artificial Flavoring is used here as flavor. Artificial flavoring is a synthetic additive used to enhance taste, raising concerns about quality and potential health implications.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: saborizante artificial
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: 4107134
More from this brand: Costa products in Zerotox
Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk
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