Is Dark Milk Chocolate with Caramel Salt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Hachez
Hachez's Dark Milk Chocolate with Caramel Salt 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.
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of lecithin as an emulsifier also indicates some processing.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of lecithin as an emulsifier also indicates some processing.
Main concern
Includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed and raise 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
- Contains cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are good quality ingredients contributing to the chocolate base.
- Bourbon vanilla extract adds a natural flavoring, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed and raise concerns about high sugar content.
- Lecithin is a common emulsifier that may indicate a level of processing that could affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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, indicating good quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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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: Kakaobutter
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but is highly processed and raises concerns about excessive intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and richness to the chocolate, contributing positively to its flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Caramel Pieces safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramel Pieces is used here as flavor. Caramel pieces provide a sweet and salty flavor contrast but contain sugar and glucose syrup, raising processing concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Karamellstücke (8 %) (Zucker, Glukosesirup, Butter, Sahne, Salz (3 %))
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Is Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is used to stabilize the chocolate mixture, but it is a processed ingredient that may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Lecithine)
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Is Bourbon Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Bourbon Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Bourbon vanilla extract is a natural flavoring that enhances the chocolate's aroma and taste, indicating quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Bourbon-Vanilleextrakt
Read the full ingredient profile for Bourbon Vanilla Extract
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: 3859763
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Allergens detected: milk
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