Is Dark Chocolate Dessert Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Jardin Bio
Jardin Bio's Dark Chocolate Dessert is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 84/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
This dark chocolate dessert contains cane sugar, cocoa mass, and cocoa butter, with lecithins as an emulsifier. The presence of lecithins raises moderate concerns about processed ingredients.
84 / 100
Why score is 84
This dark chocolate dessert contains cane sugar, cocoa mass, and cocoa butter, with lecithins as an emulsifier. The presence of lecithins raises moderate concerns about processed ingredients.
Main concern
Cane sugar is a refined sweetener, which raises 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
- Cocoa mass and cocoa butter are derived from cocoa beans, indicating a natural source.
- Contains a minimum of 52% cocoa, which is a positive aspect for dark chocolate quality.
- Organic ingredients suggest a commitment to sustainable agricultural practices.
- Fair trade compliance for 99% of agricultural ingredients indicates ethical sourcing.
Concerns
- Cane sugar is a refined sweetener, which raises concerns about high sugar content.
- Lecithins, while common, are processed emulsifiers that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.
- Potential allergen traces of milk, soy, nuts, and sesame could pose risks for sensitive individuals.
- The presence of processed ingredients lowers the overall quality perception.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
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 Cane Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener used to enhance sweetness in this chocolate. Its high processing level raises concerns about overall ingredient quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sucre de canne*
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is derived from cocoa beans and serves as the primary ingredient, contributing to the chocolate's flavor and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: pâte de cacao*
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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 extracted from cocoa beans, providing a smooth texture and rich mouthfeel in the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao*
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Is Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used as emulsifiers to stabilize the chocolate mixture. While derived from sunflower, their processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant : lécithines* (tournesol)
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: 3704661
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , nuts , sesame
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