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Is Dark Chocolate 72% Cacao Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Choc-O-Fair

Dark Chocolate 72% Cacao is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Choc-O-Fair. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

This dark chocolate contains 72% cacao, but includes soy lecithin as an emulsifier, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of potential allergens like milk and nuts is noted.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This dark chocolate contains 72% cacao, but includes soy lecithin as an emulsifier, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of potential allergens like milk and nuts is noted.

Main concern

Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that may raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.

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

  • High cacao content (72%) indicates a richer chocolate flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
  • Contains cocoa powder, which is a natural ingredient contributing to the chocolate's taste and quality.

Concerns

  • Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that may raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
  • Potential allergen warnings for milk, nuts, and gluten indicate cross-contamination risks.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.

  • Is Sugar safe in this dessert?

    Medium

    Sugar is used here as base. Sugar is a common sweetener that balances the bitterness of dark chocolate. However, its refined nature raises some quality concerns.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: sucre

    Read the full ingredient profile for Sugar

  • Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?

    Good

    Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Cocoa powder is derived from cacao beans and contributes to the chocolate's flavor and potential health benefits. It is minimally processed.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: poudre de cacao maigre

    Read the full ingredient profile for Cocoa Powder

  • Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?

    Medium

    Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to improve texture and consistency in chocolate. While it is derived from soy, its processing raises some concerns about additives.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: émulsifiant: lécithine de soja

    Read the full ingredient profile for Soy Lecithin

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: 3988255

More from this brand: Choc-O-Fair products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk , nuts , gluten

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Choc-O-Fair — Dark Chocolate 72% Cacao has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Choc-O-Fair products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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We detected: milk, nuts, gluten. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product is flagged for: Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that may raise concerns about synthetic additives in the product.; Potential allergen warnings for milk, nuts, and gluten indicate cross-contamination risks.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: cocoa powder. See the Ingredients section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This dark chocolate contains 72% cacao, but includes soy lecithin as an emulsifier, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of potential allergens like milk and nuts is noted. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: High cacao content (72%) indicates a richer chocolate flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.; Contains cocoa powder, which is a natural ingredient contributing to the chocolate's taste and quality.. See the Pros section above.
Choc-O-Fair — Dark Chocolate 72% Cacao has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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