Is Dark Chocolate 72% Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Pingo Doce
Pingo Doce's Dark Chocolate 72% is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 70/100 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 Aroma.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
This dark chocolate contains cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, and sunflower lecithin. The presence of sugar and lecithin raises moderate concerns about processing and additives.
Main concern
Sugar is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
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
- Cocoa mass and cocoa butter are natural ingredients that contribute to the chocolate's rich flavor.
- Sunflower lecithin serves as an emulsifier, improving texture without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Sugar is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
- Potential allergens like milk and soy may pose risks for sensitive individuals.
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 Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is the primary ingredient providing rich flavor and antioxidants. Its natural origin supports quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pasta de cacau
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but is a processed ingredient that can raise health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: açúcar
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds creaminess and smooth texture, derived from cocoa beans, enhancing the chocolate's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: manteiga de cacau
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Cocoa powder contributes to the chocolate's flavor profile and is a natural source of antioxidants.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacau magro em po
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is a natural emulsifier that helps blend ingredients, though it is a processed additive.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsionante (lecitina de girassol)
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Is Aroma safe in this dessert?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. The term 'aroma' is vague and may indicate artificial flavoring, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
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: 3999872
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Allergens detected: milk , soy
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