Is Dark Chocolate With Lavender Flowers Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bovetti
Dark Chocolate With Lavender Flowers is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Bovetti. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This dark chocolate contains cocoa solids, sugar, and cocoa butter, but also includes milk and natural flavoring. The presence of milk and added flavors raises quality concerns.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This dark chocolate contains cocoa solids, sugar, and cocoa butter, but also includes milk and natural flavoring. The presence of milk and added flavors raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Includes milk, which may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
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 73% cocoa, indicating a higher cocoa content which is generally associated with better quality chocolate.
- Lavender flowers add a unique flavor profile, enhancing the sensory experience of the chocolate.
Concerns
- Includes milk, which may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
- Natural flavoring is vague and could indicate processing, raising concerns about ingredient transparency.
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 Cocoa Solids safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Solids is used here as base. Cocoa solids provide the rich chocolate flavor and are a key component in dark chocolate. They are minimally processed and contribute positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa solids
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to balance the bitterness of cocoa. While it is a common ingredient, excessive sugar can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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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 derived from cocoa beans, contributing to the smooth texture of the chocolate. It is minimally processed and safe.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Natural Flavor Vanilla safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor Vanilla is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring can enhance taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific components, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural flavor vanilla
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Is Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk adds creaminess and sweetness but may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance, impacting its accessibility.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk
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Is Lavender Flowers safe in this dessert?
Good
Lavender Flowers is used here as natural_extract. Lavender flowers provide a unique floral note to the chocolate, enhancing its flavor profile and offering a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: lavender flowers
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: 3710638
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Allergens detected: milk
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