Is Dark Salted Caramel Chocolate Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Bennetto
Dark Salted Caramel Chocolate Bar is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Bennetto. The product scores 75/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes cocoa mass and cocoa butter, both of which are good quality ingredients. However, the presence of cane sugar and caramel almond brittle raises concerns about added sugars and processing.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes cocoa mass and cocoa butter, both of which are good quality ingredients. However, the presence of cane sugar and caramel almond brittle raises concerns about added sugars and processing.
Main concern
Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about excessive sugar content in the product.
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
- Cocoa mass and cocoa butter are high-quality ingredients that contribute to the chocolate's rich flavor.
- The use of vanilla beans adds a natural flavoring, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about excessive sugar content in the product.
- Caramel almond brittle contains additional sugars and processed ingredients, which may detract from overall quality.
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 Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is the primary ingredient providing rich chocolate flavor and is minimally processed, indicating good quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cocoa mass*
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that contributes to the sweetness of the chocolate but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Caramel Almond Brittle safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramel Almond Brittle is used here as flavor. Caramel almond brittle adds flavor and texture but contains additional sugars and processed ingredients, which may lower quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: caramel almond brittle (15%) (cane sugar, almond paste 2.4%, almonds 2.1%*)
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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 and mouthfeel of the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter*
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Is Sea Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, and its natural source adds to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sea salt (0.7%)
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Is Vanilla Beans safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla Beans is used here as flavor. Vanilla beans provide a natural flavoring, enhancing the chocolate's taste profile without artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vanilla beans*
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: 4263205
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Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts , soy
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