Is Gullbrød 50 g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Orkla Confectionery Snacks Norge
Orkla Confectionery Snacks Norge's Gullbrød 50 g is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Invert Sugar Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. The presence of E202 as a preservative also indicates processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises quality 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 almonds (55% in marzipan), providing a natural nut source.
- Includes cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are quality ingredients for flavor.
- Dry milk adds creaminess and enhances texture in the product.
- Soy lecithin serves as an emulsifier, improving consistency.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises quality concerns.
- E202 (potassium sorbate) is a synthetic preservative, indicating processing.
- Invertase as a moisture-retaining agent may raise questions about processing.
- The use of aroma suggests artificial flavoring, which can detract from natural quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are a natural source of nutrients and provide a rich flavor in this marzipan-based product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mandler
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to high caloric content and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as flavor. Cocoa mass adds rich chocolate flavor and is a quality ingredient in confectionery.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kakaomasse
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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 that enhances texture and mouthfeel in chocolate products.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmør
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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 and health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glykosesirup
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: invertsukkersirup
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Is Dry Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dry Milk is used here as base. Dry milk adds creaminess but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: tørrmelk
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is a common emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed additive.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator soyalecitin
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dessert?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmiddel (E202)
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Is Invertase safe in this dessert?
Medium
Invertase is used here as moisture-retaining agent. Invertase is used to retain moisture in the product but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: moisture-retaining agent
Original: fuktighetsbevarer (invertase)
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Is Aroma safe in this dessert?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma indicates the presence of artificial flavoring, which can detract from the product's natural quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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: 4047147
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Allergens detected: almond , milk
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