Is Fine Wafers Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Biscoteria
This page reviews Fine Wafers by Biscoteria as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes palm and coconut fats, which raise concerns about saturated fats. Lecithin and dextrose are present, indicating some processed ingredients that may affect overall quality.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes palm and coconut fats, which raise concerns about saturated fats. Lecithin and dextrose are present, indicating some processed ingredients that may affect overall quality.
Main concern
Palm fat is a concern due to its association with environmental issues and saturated fat 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 flavor.
- Includes natural flavoring, indicating a preference for less synthetic additives.
- Rainforest Alliance-certified eggs suggest a commitment to sustainable sourcing.
- The presence of cinnamon adds a natural spice flavor enhancing the product's appeal.
Concerns
- Palm fat is a concern due to its association with environmental issues and saturated fat content.
- Dextrose and sugar indicate the presence of refined sugars, which can raise health concerns.
- Lactose may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals, limiting its consumer base.
- Lecithin, while common, is a processed emulsifier that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Palm Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is used for texture and moisture in this product. However, its high saturated fat content raises health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pflanzliche Fette (Palm, Kokos in veränderlichen Gewichtsanteilen)
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat contributes to the product's richness and flavor but is also high in saturated fats, which may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pflanzliche Fette (Palm, Kokos in veränderlichen Gewichtsanteilen)
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary structure-building ingredient, providing essential carbohydrates and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness but raises concerns due to its refined nature and potential impact on blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but is a refined ingredient that can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds rich flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaopulver
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Is Lactose safe in this snack?
Medium
Lactose is used here as sweetener. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but may cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Laktose
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this snack?
Good
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk adds richness and helps with emulsification, enhancing the texture and flavor of the wafers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hühnervolleip
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, playing a crucial role in the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speise - salz
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Is Cinnamon safe in this snack?
Good
Cinnamon is used here as flavor. Cinnamon adds a natural spice flavor, enhancing the sensory experience of the product without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zimt
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Is Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture, but it is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating preferences.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Lecithine (enthält Soja)
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds sweetness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gerstenmalzextrakt
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring enhances taste but can be vague in terms of specific ingredients, raising transparency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium carbonate acts as a leavening agent, helping the product rise during baking, but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Back - triebmittel: Natriumcarbonate
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: 3896909
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Allergens detected: soy , wheat , egg , lactose
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