Is Goya Double Hazelnut Spread Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Goya
Goya Double Hazelnut Spread is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Goya. 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 Sugar, Palm Oil, Flavouring affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. Hazelnuts and cocoa powder are present but in lower proportions, indicating a less natural product overall.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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 (13%), providing some natural flavor and texture.
- Fat-reduced cocoa powder (6%) adds a chocolate flavor without excessive fat content.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Palm oil is a controversial ingredient due to environmental concerns and health implications.
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 sauce condiment.
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the spread, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Palm Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a widely used fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its saturated fat content and deforestation issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm oil
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts provide a natural flavor and some nutritional benefits, though they are present in a lower proportion (13%) in this spread.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: hazelnuts (13%)
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common vegetable oil that is less processed than palm oil but still raises some concerns regarding its omega-6 fatty acid content.
Role in formula: base
Original: rapeseed oil
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Is Sweet Whey Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sweet Whey Powder is used here as base. Sweet whey powder is a dairy-derived ingredient that adds creaminess but may raise concerns for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: sweet whey powder (from milk)
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Is Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Fat-reduced cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor with lower fat content, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fat-reduced cocoa powder (6%)
Read the full ingredient profile for Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder
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Is Lecithins safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins (from sunflower) are used to stabilize the spread, but they are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier: lecithins (sunflower)
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and flavor 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 Flavouring safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Flavouring is used here as flavor. Flavouring is a vague term that often refers to artificial additives, raising concerns about the quality and safety of the flavoring used.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavouring
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in spreads, though excessive consumption should be monitored.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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: 3807679
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Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts
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