Is Cote D'or Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cote D'or 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 Sugar, Flavourings.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and cocoa mass, with cocoa solids at 54% minimum. However, the presence of emulsifier and flavorings raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Sugar is a highly processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
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
- Cocoa mass and cocoa butter contribute to a rich chocolate flavor, supporting a moderate rating.
- Contains orange peel (0.6%) which adds a natural citrus note, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Sugar is a highly processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
- Emulsifier (SOYA lecithin) and flavorings are synthetic additives that may indicate a less natural composition.
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 Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the chocolate, raising concerns about health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is a key ingredient providing the chocolate flavor and richness, indicating a quality component in the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa mass
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds creaminess and smooth texture to the chocolate, enhancing mouthfeel and overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Fat-reduced cocoa powder provides chocolate flavor while reducing fat content, which may affect texture and richness.
Role in formula: base
Original: fat-reduced cocoa powder
Read the full ingredient profile for Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder
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Is Orange Peel safe in this dessert?
Good
Orange Peel is used here as flavor. Orange peel (0.6%) adds a natural citrus flavor, enhancing the chocolate's complexity and appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: orange peel (0.6%)
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is used to stabilize the chocolate mixture, but its presence indicates a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (SOYA lecithin)
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Is Flavourings safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavourings is used here as flavor. Flavourings are synthetic additives that may compromise the natural quality of the chocolate, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavourings
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Is Dextrose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that contributes to sweetness but may raise concerns about added sugars in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid acts as an acidity regulator, enhancing flavor balance but is a processed ingredient that raises some concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidity regulator (citric acid)
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a dairy ingredient that may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole MILK powder
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: 4094726
Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database
Allergens detected: milk , soy , nuts
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