Is Extra Hazelnut Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Milka
Extra Hazelnut is a dessert from Milka. 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, Flavouring.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and several dairy ingredients, raising concerns about high sugar content and potential allergens. The presence of emulsifier and flavoring also indicates processing.
Main concern
High sugar content may raise concerns for those monitoring sugar intake.
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 hazelnuts (22%), providing a natural nut flavor and texture.
- Cocoa butter and cocoa mass contribute to a rich chocolate experience.
- Whey powder adds creaminess, enhancing the overall mouthfeel.
- Emulsifier (soya lecithins) helps maintain texture and consistency.
Concerns
- High sugar content may raise concerns for those monitoring sugar intake.
- Contains multiple dairy ingredients, posing risks for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Flavouring is unspecified, which may indicate artificial additives.
- Potential cross-contamination with other nuts and wheat increases allergen risk.
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 highly processed ingredient that contributes to sweetness but raises concerns about excessive consumption and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts provide a natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's quality and taste profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: HAZELNUTS
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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, enhancing the chocolate's smoothness and richness without raising significant concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans, providing essential chocolate flavor and beneficial antioxidants.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa mass
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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 be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: skimmed MILK powder
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a byproduct of cheese production, adding protein but also raising concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey powder (from MILK)
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat contributes to the creaminess and mouthfeel of the chocolate but is a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK fat
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Is Soya Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soya Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithins are used to stabilize the mixture, but they are processed and may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (SOYA lecithins)
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnut paste enhances the nutty flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: HAZELNUT paste
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Is Flavouring safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavouring is used here as flavor. Flavouring is unspecified, which may indicate the presence of artificial additives that could raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavouring
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: 4092004
More from this brand: Milka products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , milk , soy
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