Is Golden Wafers Cappuccino Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mondelez
Golden Wafers Cappuccino is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Mondelez. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Palm Oil, Fully Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes palm oil and fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil, which raise concerns about processed fats. The presence of sugar and whey powder also indicates a mix of good and bad ingredients.
Main concern
Palm oil and fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil are processed fats that may raise 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 wheat flour and whole milk powder, which are common in snack products and provide texture.
- Includes soluble coffee, adding a coffee flavor that aligns with the product's cappuccino theme.
Concerns
- Palm oil and fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil are processed fats that may raise health concerns.
- Sugar is present, contributing to the overall sweetness but indicating a less healthy profile.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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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 ingredient, providing structure and texture to the wafers. It is a staple in many baked goods.
Role in formula: base
Original: pšeničná mouka
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to enhance sweetness, but its presence raises concerns about excessive sugar intake in snacks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukr
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a processed fat that raises health concerns due to its saturated fat content and environmental impact.
Role in formula: base
Original: rostlinné tuky (palmový)
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Is Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder adds protein and creaminess, but it is a dairy derivative that may not suit all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: sušená syrovátka (z mléka)
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Is Fully Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Fully Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil is used here as base. This ingredient is a processed fat that raises concerns due to its trans fat content, which is linked to health risks.
Role in formula: base
Original: plně ztužený rostlinný tuk (palmojádrový)
Read the full ingredient profile for Fully Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as base. Wheat starch is used as a thickener and stabilizer, but it is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: pšeničný škrob
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Is Canola Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is a common cooking oil that is often refined, raising some concerns about processing and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: řepkový olej
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to improve texture and stability, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgátor (sójové lecitiny)
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Is Soluble Coffee safe in this snack?
Good
Soluble Coffee is used here as flavor. Soluble coffee adds flavor and aroma, aligning with the cappuccino theme of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: rozpustná káva
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder contributes to the chocolate flavor profile, providing some antioxidants and flavor depth.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kakaový prášek se sníženým obsahem tuku
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Is Baking Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Agents is used here as leavening agent. Baking agents help the wafers rise and achieve the desired texture, but they are processed ingredients.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: kypřící látky (E500, E503)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, a common ingredient in snack products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jedlá sůl
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Is Flavorings safe in this snack?
Medium
Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings are added to enhance taste, but their nature is often unclear, raising potential quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromata
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: 4091638
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , nuts
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