Is German Biscuit Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Wicklein
This page reviews German Biscuit by Wicklein as a snack. 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: Sugar, Glucose Fructose Syrup, Invert Sugar Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes several processed components like glucose-fructose syrup and lecithin, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugars and various emulsifiers indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
High sugar content from glucose-fructose syrup and added sugars 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 nuts like hazelnuts and almonds, which provide some nutritional benefits.
- Inclusion of dried figs adds natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- High sugar content from glucose-fructose syrup and added sugars raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Presence of multiple emulsifiers like lecithin suggests a highly processed nature, which may affect quality.
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the biscuit but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient providing structure, but it is a refined grain that lacks some nutrients found in whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Oilseeds safe in this snack?
Good
Oilseeds is used here as base. Oilseeds like hazelnuts and almonds contribute healthy fats and flavor, enhancing the nutritional profile of the biscuit.
Role in formula: base
Original: Ölsamen
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Is Persipan safe in this snack?
Medium
Persipan is used here as flavor. Persipan, made from apricot kernels, adds a unique flavor but contains added sugars and starch, raising processing concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Persipan
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake and raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose-Fruktose-Sirup
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Is Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate is used here as flavor. Chocolate adds flavor but often contains added sugars and emulsifiers, which can detract from overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Schokolade
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Is Orange Peel safe in this snack?
Good
Orange Peel is used here as flavor. Orange peel provides natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the sensory experience of the biscuit.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Orangenschalen
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Medium
Sorbitol is used here as humectant. Sorbitol is used to retain moisture in the biscuit but is a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive issues in some individuals.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Feuchthaltemittel: Sorbit
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar content, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invertzuckersirup
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Is Wheat Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Protein is used here as base. Wheat protein contributes to the structure of the biscuit but is derived from refined wheat, which may lack some nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizeneiweiss
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Is Dried Figs safe in this snack?
Good
Dried Figs is used here as flavor. Dried figs add natural sweetness and fiber, enhancing the nutritional profile of the biscuit.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: getrocknete Feigen
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Is Whole Egg Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Egg Powder is used here as base. Whole egg powder provides protein and structure but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Volleipulver
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Is Spices safe in this snack?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices like cinnamon enhance flavor without adding calories, contributing positively to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze (enthalten Zimt)
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Is Potato Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickener but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Kartoffelstärke
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Is Caramel Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Caramel Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Caramel sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that adds color and flavor but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Karamellzuckersirup
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Is Applesauce safe in this snack?
Good
Applesauce is used here as flavor. Applesauce adds natural sweetness and moisture, enhancing the texture and flavor of the biscuit.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Apfelmark
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Is Baking Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Agents is used here as leavening agent. Baking agents like sodium bicarbonate are essential for leavening but can be synthetic, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Backtriebmittel: Natriumhydrogencarbonat
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the biscuit.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Milk Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Protein is used here as base. Milk protein contributes to texture and flavor but is derived from dairy, which may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milcheiweiss
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Is Pectins safe in this snack?
Medium
Pectins is used here as gelling agent. Pectins are used as gelling agents but are often derived from processed sources, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: gelling agent
Original: Geliermittel: Pektine
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Is Egg White Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Egg White Powder is used here as base. Egg white powder provides protein and structure but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hühnereitrockeneiweiss
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
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
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: 3815697
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Allergens detected: nuts , wheat , egg , milk
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