Is Daim Tart Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Daim
Daim Tart is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Daim. The product scores 45/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Palm Fat, Condensed Skim Milk With Sugar affect the overall evaluation.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes several problematic ingredients such as sugar, palm fat, and emulsifier (soy lecithin), indicating a highly processed product with significant quality concerns.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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, which is a natural fat that can enhance texture.
- Includes almond, providing a source of flavor and texture.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Palm fat is present, which is often linked to environmental issues and health concerns.
- Soy lecithin as an emulsifier may raise concerns for those avoiding soy products.
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 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 product, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Suiker
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Is Egg White safe in this dessert?
Good
Egg White is used here as base. Egg white provides structure and stability in confectionery products, contributing to texture without raising significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: eiwit
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Is Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and flavor, enhancing the overall mouthfeel of the product without significant safety issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: room
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this dessert?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk contributes to flavor and richness, providing emulsification properties that help blend ingredients effectively.
Role in formula: base
Original: eigeel
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Is Palm Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its production methods and impact on biodiversity.
Role in formula: base
Original: plantaardig vet (palm, shea)
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Is Shea Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Shea Fat is used here as base. Shea fat is a natural fat that can provide texture but may raise concerns about sourcing and processing methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: plantaardig vet (palm, shea)
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Is Almond safe in this dessert?
Good
Almond is used here as base. Almonds provide flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's overall quality without significant safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: amandel
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Is Buttermilk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Buttermilk Powder is used here as base. Buttermilk powder adds flavor and moisture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: karnemelkpoeder
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil that can provide texture but may raise concerns about processing and sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: plantaardige olie (raapzaad)
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Is Sunflower Seed safe in this dessert?
Good
Sunflower Seed is used here as base. Sunflower seeds provide texture and flavor, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: zonnebloempit - ten
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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 that enhances texture and flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacaoboter*
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Is Sweet Apricot Kernels safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sweet Apricot Kernels is used here as base. Sweet apricot kernels can add flavor but may raise safety concerns due to potential toxicity in large amounts.
Role in formula: base
Original: zoete abrikozenpitten
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder adds protein and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: weipoeder (uit melk)
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass provides rich chocolate flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacaomassa*
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Is Skim Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skim Milk Powder is used here as base. Skim milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: magere melkpoeder
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat contributes to richness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: melkvet
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Is Condensed Skim Milk With Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Condensed Skim Milk With Sugar is used here as base. Condensed skim milk with sugar is a highly processed ingredient that adds sweetness and raises concerns about sugar content.
Role in formula: base
Original: gecondenseerde magere melk met suiker
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Medium
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor but is often added in excess in processed foods, raising concerns about sodium intake.
Role in formula: base
Original: zout
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Is Sugar Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Sugar syrup is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suikersiroop
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Is Brown Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Brown Sugar is used here as sweetener. Brown sugar is a form of sugar that adds sweetness but contributes to high sugar content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: basterdsuiker
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Is Emulsifier Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifier Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture but may raise concerns for those avoiding soy products.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (sojalecithine)
Read the full ingredient profile for Emulsifier Soy Lecithin
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Is Aroma safe in this dessert?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is a vague term that can refer to artificial flavors, raising concerns about the quality and safety of flavoring agents used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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: 4056792
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Allergens detected: peanut , hazelnut
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