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Is Dark Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis

XX:365 Whole Foods Market

XX:365 Whole Foods Market's Dark Chocolate 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 dark chocolate contains sugar and soy lecithin, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers indicates a less natural composition.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This dark chocolate contains sugar and soy lecithin, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers indicates a less natural composition.

Main concern

Sugar is a refined 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

  • Contains chocolate liquor, a primary ingredient that provides rich flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
  • Cocoa butter is a natural fat that contributes to the smooth texture of the chocolate.

Concerns

  • Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
  • Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that, while common, is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.

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.

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: 3349244

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Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy

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Frequently asked questions

This product is flagged for: Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.; Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that, while common, is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, vanilla powder. See the Ingredients section above.
XX:365 Whole Foods Market — Dark Chocolate has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More XX:365 Whole Foods Market products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
XX:365 Whole Foods Market — Dark Chocolate has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: soy. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
XX:365 Whole Foods Market — Dark Chocolate has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
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This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Contains chocolate liquor, a primary ingredient that provides rich flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.; Cocoa butter is a natural fat that contributes to the smooth texture of the chocolate.. See the Pros section above.