Elegant Truffles - Williams Pear product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Elegant Truffles - Williams Pear Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Aldi

Aldi's Elegant Truffles - Williams Pear 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Invert Sugar Syrup.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. Lecithin as an emulsifier is acceptable but indicates processing.

Main concern

High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and glucose syrup 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 natural flavors and pear puree, which contribute to the product's fruitiness and authenticity.
  • Uses pectin as a gelling agent, a natural thickener that is generally considered safe and effective.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
  • Presence of milk powder and butter indicates dairy content, which may not suit lactose-intolerant consumers.

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.

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: 3854670

More from this brand: Aldi products in Zerotox

Similar products: dessert in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: egg , peanut , tree_nut

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Frequently asked questions

Aldi — Elegant Truffles - Williams Pear has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among dessert products. See the full breakdown above.
We detected: egg, peanut, tree_nut. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Aldi — Elegant Truffles - Williams Pear has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Aldi products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
Aldi — Elegant Truffles - Williams Pear 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.
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. Lecithin as an emulsifier is acceptable but indicates processing. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: pear puree, pear juice concentrate, lemon juice concentrate. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from ingredients like sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.; Presence of milk powder and butter indicates dairy content, which may not suit lactose-intolerant consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections 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.

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