Is Côte d'Or - Melk Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Côte d'Or
Côte d'Or's Côte d'Or - Melk 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, Palm Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of skimmed milk powder and whey powder indicates dairy content, affecting quality perception.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed nature.
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 skimmed milk powder, providing a dairy component that adds creaminess.
- Includes lecithins as an emulsifier, which helps maintain texture and consistency.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed nature.
- Palm oil is present, which is often criticized for environmental impact and health concerns.
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 ingredient that contributes to sweetness but raises concerns about excessive consumption and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Suiker
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is a processed oil used for texture improvement, but its health implications can vary based on processing methods.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: plantaardige oliën (koolzaad)
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Is Palm Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as emulsifier. Palm oil is often linked to environmental concerns and health issues due to its saturated fat content, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: palm
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds a dairy component, enhancing flavor and texture while being lower in fat compared to whole milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: magere MELKPOEDER
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Is Skimmed Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Skimmed cocoa powder contributes to the chocolate flavor while being lower in fat, supporting a more balanced composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: magere cacaopoeder
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder adds protein and enhances the overall texture, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: weipoeder (van MELK)
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Is Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used to improve texture and stability, but they are processed and may raise concerns about additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (lecithinen)
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: 4091175
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Allergens detected: milk
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