Is Cucciolone Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Algida
Cucciolone is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Algida. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Glucose Fructose Syrup, Glucose Syrup, Flavors affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk and egg also indicates potential allergens.
Main concern
Contains glucose syrup and other processed sugars, raising concerns about high sugar content.
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 high-quality fresh milk, providing a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes cocoa powder certified by Rainforest Alliance, indicating sustainable sourcing.
Concerns
- Contains glucose syrup and other processed sugars, raising concerns about high sugar content.
- Includes emulsifiers and thickeners like sodium alginate, which may indicate a highly processed product.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary structure-building ingredient in this ice cream, contributing to texture and consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farina di GRANO tenero
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Is Fresh Pasteurized Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Fresh Pasteurized Milk is used here as base. Fresh pasteurized milk adds creaminess and flavor, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: LATTE fresco pastorizzato di Alta Qualità
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the product, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a fundamental ingredient that helps in achieving the desired consistency and texture of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: acqua
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar levels and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: gelato sciroppo di glucosio-fruttosio
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as emulsifier. Coconut oil is used for texture and creaminess but is a processed fat that may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: olio di cocco
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can lead to increased sugar content and potential health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sciroppo di glucosio
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this dessert?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: estratto di malto d'ORZO
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as sweetener. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but may cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: LATTOSIO
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this dessert?
Good
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins contribute to the creaminess and nutritional profile of the ice cream, enhancing its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: proteine del LATTE
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Is Marsala Wine safe in this dessert?
Medium
Marsala Wine is used here as flavor. Marsala wine adds a unique flavor profile but is an alcoholic ingredient that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vino marsala
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Is Invert Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Invert Sugar is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar is used to enhance sweetness and texture but is a processed sugar that raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero invertito
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this dessert?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Egg yolk acts as an emulsifier, improving texture and richness, but may pose allergen risks.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: tuorlo d'UOVO
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds flavor and color, contributing positively to the overall taste profile of the ice cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao magro in polvere
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Is Raising Agents safe in this dessert?
Medium
Raising Agents is used here as emulsifier. Raising agents help achieve the desired texture but are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: agenti lievitanti
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as emulsifier. Sodium bicarbonate is used as a leavening agent, contributing to texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: carbonati di sodio
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Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Ammonium Bicarbonate is used here as emulsifier. Ammonium bicarbonate serves as a leavening agent, impacting texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: carbonati di ammonio
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Is Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids safe in this dessert?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help blend ingredients but are processed and may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsionante (mono-e digliceridi degli acidi grassi)
Read the full ingredient profile for Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids
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Is Sodium Alginate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sodium Alginate is used here as thickener. Sodium alginate is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: addensante (alginato di sodio)
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Is Flavors safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are often artificial and can raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromi
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sale
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Is Concentrated Carrot Juice safe in this dessert?
Good
Concentrated Carrot Juice is used here as colorant. Concentrated carrot juice is a natural colorant that adds visual appeal without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: succo di carote concentrato
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Carrot Juice
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Is Caramelized Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramelized Sugar is used here as colorant. Caramelized sugar adds color and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: zucchero caramellato
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity, enhancing flavor but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: regolatore di acidita' (acido citrico)
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as flavor. Hazelnut paste adds a rich flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the ice cream.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pasta di NOCCIOLE
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: 4205891
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Allergens detected: milk , egg
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