Is Dubai Style Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lindt
Dubai Style Chocolate is a dessert from Lindt. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Invert Sugar Syrup, Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and various dairy powders, alongside emulsifiers like soy lecithin. The presence of multiple sugars and emulsifiers raises concerns about the overall quality and processing level.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, including invert sugar syrup and added sugars, raises quality concerns.
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 pistachios and almonds, which are natural ingredients that provide flavor and texture.
- Includes cocoa butter, a good quality fat that contributes to the chocolate's smooth texture.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, including invert sugar syrup and added sugars, raises quality concerns.
- Presence of soy lecithin as an emulsifier indicates a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high calorie content and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Pistachios safe in this dessert?
Good
Pistachios is used here as natural_extract. Pistachios provide a natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Pistazien*
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that serves as a base but may raise concerns for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Butter Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter Fat is used here as base. Butter fat adds richness and flavor but is a saturated fat that should be consumed in moderation.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butterreinfett
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a high-quality fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to the smooth texture of chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as natural_extract. Almonds provide a natural flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the chocolate.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Mandeln
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts contribute a rich flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the chocolate.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Haselnüsse
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sojalecithin
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that adds sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invertzuckersirup
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Is Flavors safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are often synthetic and can raise concerns about the quality and naturalness of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aromen
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this dessert?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gerstenmalzextrakt
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Is Fruit And Plant Concentrates safe in this dessert?
Medium
Fruit And Plant Concentrates is used here as flavor. Fruit and plant concentrates provide flavor but may be processed, raising concerns about ingredient quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Frucht - und Pflanzenkonzentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Fruit And Plant Concentrates
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: 3804119
More from this brand: Lindt products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: tree_nut , milk , wheat
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