Is Finest Chocolate Assortment Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Chocola
This page reviews Finest Chocolate Assortment by Chocola as a dessert. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Palm Oil, Glucose Syrup, Lactose.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of milk derivatives and emulsifiers indicates a mixed quality profile.
Main concern
Includes palm oil, a processed fat that raises environmental and health 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 cocoa butter and cocoa mass, which are good quality ingredients contributing to flavor.
- Natural flavors like orange and coffee enhance the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- Includes palm oil, a processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns.
- Presence of glucose syrup and dextrose indicates high sugar content, which may not be favorable for health.
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 dessert and why it matters.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness in this chocolate assortment. While it enhances flavor, high sugar content raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Cukr
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Is Palm Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a processed fat used for texture and stability. Its production is linked to environmental issues, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: palmový tuk
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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 rich flavor of the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaové máslo
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar levels. Its use raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glukózový sirup
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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 and provides the chocolate flavor. It is a key ingredient for quality chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaová hmota
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Is Soy Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Flour is used here as base. Soy flour is used for texture and protein content. While it adds nutritional value, it may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: sójová moučka
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Is Dried Whole Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dried Whole Milk is used here as base. Dried whole milk adds creaminess and flavor. However, it may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: sušené plnotučné mléko
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a sugar found in milk. Its presence may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: laktóza
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Is Dried Sweet Whey safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dried Sweet Whey is used here as base. Dried sweet whey is a byproduct of cheese production, adding flavor and texture. It may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: sušená sladká syrovátka
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Is Caramelized Sugar Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramelized Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Caramelized sugar syrup adds sweetness and color. Its processed nature raises concerns about excessive sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirup z karamelizovaného cukru
Read the full ingredient profile for Caramelized Sugar Syrup
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Is Potato Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickening agent. It is generally safe but adds to the processed nature of the product.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: bramborový škrob
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Cocoa powder is derived from cocoa beans and contributes to the chocolate flavor. It is a quality ingredient in chocolate products.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaový prášek se sníženým obsahem tuku
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Is Rice Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is used for texture and as a gluten-free alternative. It is generally safe but adds to the processed nature.
Role in formula: base
Original: rýžová moučka
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Is Shredded Coconut safe in this dessert?
Good
Shredded Coconut is used here as base. Shredded coconut adds texture and flavor. It is a natural ingredient that enhances the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: strouhaný kokos
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are used to enhance taste. While they are derived from natural sources, their exact composition is often unclear.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: přírodní aromata
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Is Dried Skimmed Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dried Skimmed Milk is used here as base. Dried skimmed milk adds creaminess and flavor. It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: sušené odstředěné mléko
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Is Emulsifier Soy Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifier Soy Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithins are used to stabilize the mixture. While generally safe, they are processed and may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgátor (sójové lecitiny)
Read the full ingredient profile for Emulsifier Soy Lecithins
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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. However, it is a saturated fat that may raise health concerns if consumed excessively.
Role in formula: base
Original: máselný tuk
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Is Coffee safe in this dessert?
Good
Coffee is used here as flavor. Coffee adds a rich flavor profile to the chocolate. It is a natural ingredient that enhances the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: káva
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Is Moisturizing Agent Invertase safe in this dessert?
Medium
Moisturizing Agent Invertase is used here as moisturizing agent. Invertase is used to retain moisture in the product. While it serves a functional purpose, it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: moisturizing agent
Original: zvlhčující látka (invertáza)
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Is Acid Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Acid Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to balance flavor and preserve freshness. It is generally safe but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: kyselina (kyselina citronová)
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Is Plant Coloring Concentrate From Red Beet Juice safe in this dessert?
Good
Plant Coloring Concentrate From Red Beet Juice is used here as colorant. This natural colorant derived from beet juice adds color without synthetic dyes, enhancing the product's appeal.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: rostlinný barvící koncentrát ze šťávy z červené řepy
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Is Natural Coffee Flavor With Other Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Coffee Flavor With Other Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural coffee flavor enhances the chocolate's taste. However, the exact composition is often not disclosed, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: přírodní kávové aroma s jinými přírodními aromaty
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Is Natural Orange Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Orange Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural orange flavor adds a citrus note to the chocolate. While derived from natural sources, its exact composition is often unclear.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: přírodní pomerančové aroma
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Is Dextrose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar used for sweetness. Its presence raises concerns about high sugar content in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextróza
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: 3901819
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Allergens detected: milk
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