Is Creme Mini Salt Caramel 6pcs Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Hennig Olsen
This page reviews Creme Mini Salt Caramel 6pcs by Hennig Olsen as a snack. Its current score is 55/100, suggesting that it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Maltitol, Sucralose, Emulsifier E471.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several synthetic additives like maltitol and sucralose, which raise concerns about quality and safety. The presence of multiple stabilizers and emulsifiers further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Maltitol and sucralose are artificial sweeteners that may cause digestive issues in large amounts.
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 butter, a natural fat that contributes to texture and flavor.
- Includes oligofructose, a prebiotic fiber that may support digestive health.
Concerns
- Maltitol and sucralose are artificial sweeteners that may cause digestive issues in large amounts.
- Multiple stabilizers (E466, E407) indicate a highly processed composition, raising quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Skimmed Milk safe in this snack?
Good
Skimmed Milk is used here as base. Skimmed milk provides a source of calcium and protein while being lower in fat, contributing to the product's creamy texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Skummetmelk
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Is Maltitol safe in this snack?
Bad
Maltitol is used here as sweetener. Maltitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener, but it can cause digestive discomfort and has a lower sweetness than sugar.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: søtstoffer (maltitol)
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Is Erythritol safe in this snack?
Medium
Erythritol is used here as sweetener. Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that is lower in calories than sugar, but it may still cause digestive issues in some individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: søtstoffer (erytritol)
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Is Sucralose safe in this snack?
Bad
Sucralose is used here as sweetener. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that can lead to digestive problems and raises concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: søtstoffer (sukralose)
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Is Cream safe in this snack?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor to the product, enhancing its overall taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: kremfløte
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat that contributes to the smooth texture and rich flavor of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmør
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Is Oligofructose safe in this snack?
Good
Oligofructose is used here as natural_extract. Oligofructose is a prebiotic fiber that may support gut health and adds sweetness without significant calories.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: oligofruktose
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is higher in calories and fat compared to skimmed milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: helmelkpulver
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that helps to achieve the desired consistency and texture in the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: vann
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides protein and calcium while keeping the fat content low, contributing to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: skummetmelkpulver
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans and contributes to the chocolate flavor and color of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaomasse
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Is Lactose safe in this snack?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but may cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: laktose
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil adds creaminess and flavor but is high in saturated fat, raising some health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: kokosolje
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil that adds texture but is often refined, which may reduce its nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: rapsolje
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Is Emulsifier E471 safe in this snack?
Bad
Emulsifier E471 is used here as emulsifier. E471 is a mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids used to stabilize emulsions, but it raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (e471)
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Is Emulsifier E476 safe in this snack?
Bad
Emulsifier E476 is used here as emulsifier. E476 is an emulsifier derived from vegetable fats that helps maintain texture but is synthetic and raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (e476)
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is a natural emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but may be processed, affecting its quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: solsikkelecitin
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins contribute to texture and flavor but can be problematic for those with dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: melkeproteiner
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Is Stabilizer E466 safe in this snack?
Bad
Stabilizer E466 is used here as stabilizer. E466 is a synthetic stabilizer that helps maintain texture but raises concerns about synthetic additives in food.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisator (e466)
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Is Stabilizer E407 safe in this snack?
Bad
Stabilizer E407 is used here as stabilizer. E407, or carrageenan, is used for thickening but has been linked to digestive issues and raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisator (e407)
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Is Stabilizer E440 safe in this snack?
Bad
Stabilizer E440 is used here as stabilizer. E440 is a pectin-based stabilizer that helps maintain texture but is synthetic and raises concerns about quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisator (e440)
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Is Stabilizer E412 safe in this snack?
Bad
Stabilizer E412 is used here as stabilizer. E412 is a guar gum stabilizer that helps improve texture but is processed, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisator (e412)
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Is Flavors safe in this snack?
Medium
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are added to enhance taste but may be artificial, raising concerns about the quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromaer
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is used to enhance flavor and balance sweetness, contributing to the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Colorant E150a safe in this snack?
Bad
Colorant E150a is used here as colorant. E150a is a caramel colorant that adds visual appeal but is synthetic and raises concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoff (e150a)
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Is Colorant E160b Ii safe in this snack?
Bad
Colorant E160b Ii is used here as colorant. E160b(ii) is a natural colorant derived from paprika but may still raise concerns about processing and quality.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoff (e160b(ii)
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: 4048475
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Allergens detected: milk , lactose
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