Is Dark Chocolate with Raspberry and Roses Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Pancracio
Pancracio's Dark Chocolate with Raspberry and Roses is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This chocolate contains dark chocolate (64%) and raspberry (5%). The presence of sugar and emulsifier lecithin raises concerns about processed ingredients, impacting the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This chocolate contains dark chocolate (64%) and raspberry (5%). The presence of sugar and emulsifier lecithin raises concerns about processed ingredients, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Includes sugar, which is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 (64%), which is a source of cocoa solids and may offer some flavor benefits.
- Raspberry (5%) adds a fruit component, enhancing the flavor profile with natural fruit elements.
Concerns
- Includes sugar, which is a processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Lecithin (soy) is an emulsifier that, while common, indicates some level of processing in the chocolate.
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 Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is the primary ingredient providing the chocolate flavor and is minimally processed, contributing positively to quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasta de cacao
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the chocolate but is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar
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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.
Role in formula: base
Original: manteca de cacao
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but indicates some processing, which may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgente: lecitina de soja
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances the chocolate's taste profile, providing a pleasant aroma without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma natural de vainilla
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Is Raspberry safe in this dessert?
Good
Raspberry is used here as natural_extract. Raspberry adds a fruity flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: frambuesa
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Tapioca starch is used as a thickener in the raspberry component, which is processed but generally considered safe.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: almidón de tapioca
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Is Raspberry Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Raspberry Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Raspberry juice concentrate provides natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the fruitiness of the chocolate.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: zumo concentrado de frambuesa
Read the full ingredient profile for Raspberry Juice Concentrate
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are included to enhance taste but can vary in processing levels, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas naturales
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: 4180384
More from this brand: Pancracio products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: soy
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