Is Dark Chocolate Truffle Bar, Extreme Dark Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Seattle Chocolate Company
Dark Chocolate Truffle Bar, Extreme Dark is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Seattle Chocolate Company. 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 Non Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes dark chocolate and cocoa nibs, but also contains non-hydrogenated palm kernel oil, raising concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of soya lecithin and acacia gum indicates moderate processing.
Main concern
Non-hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat that may raise concerns about quality 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
- Contains dark chocolate, which is a source of cocoa solids and may offer some flavor benefits.
- Cocoa nibs provide a crunchy texture and additional cocoa flavor, enhancing the overall experience.
Concerns
- Non-hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat that may raise concerns about quality and health implications.
- Soya lecithin is an emulsifier that, while common, indicates some level of processing in the product.
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.
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Is Dark Chocolate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dark Chocolate is used here as base. Dark chocolate is a blend of chocolate liquor, sugar, cocoa powder, and cocoa butter, providing rich flavor but also indicating processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Dark chocolate (chocolate liquor, cane sugar, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, soya lecithin, natural vanilla)
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Is Non Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Non Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil is used here as base. This oil is a processed fat that can raise concerns about health implications due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: non-hydrogenated palm kernel oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Non Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
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Is Cocoa Nibs safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Nibs is used here as base. Cocoa nibs are roasted cocoa pieces that add texture and a strong cocoa flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa nibs (roasted cocoa nibs, dark chocolate [cane sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, soya lecithin, natural vanilla flavor], acacia gum)
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Is Acacia Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Acacia Gum is used here as thickener. Acacia gum is a natural thickener that helps improve texture but may indicate some processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: acacia gum
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: 3325542
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Allergens detected: soy
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