Is Hazelnut Slice Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aldi
Hazelnut Slice is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Aldi. 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, Natural Flavor affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. Hazelnuts and cocoa powder are present but do not outweigh the synthetic additives.
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 a natural nut flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Cocoa powder (7.5%) adds a rich chocolate taste, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Palm oil is present, which is often criticized for environmental impact and health concerns.
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises health concerns due to its high caloric content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a vegetable fat that is often criticized for its environmental impact and health concerns related to saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: pflanzliche Fette (Palm, Kokos in veränderlichen Gewichtsanteilen)
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but is refined and may raise concerns for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts (13%) add a natural flavor and some nutritional benefits, including healthy fats and vitamins.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Haselnüsse (13 %)
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Is Sweet Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweet Whey Powder is used here as base. Sweet whey powder is a dairy byproduct that adds creaminess but may raise concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Süßmolkenpulver
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder (7.5%) contributes to the chocolate flavor and contains antioxidants, enhancing the product's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaopulver (7,5 %)
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Is Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin (from soy) is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Lecithine (Soja))
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is used as a thickener but is a refined ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Weizenstärke
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Bad
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is a vague term that can include various additives, raising concerns about transparency in ingredient sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant health benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gerstenmalzextrakt
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Carbonate is used here as leavening_agent. Sodium carbonate is a leavening agent that can raise concerns about synthetic additives in food products.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: Backtriebmittel (Natriumcarbonate)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor but contributes to sodium intake, which should be monitored in diets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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: 3857649
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Allergens detected: egg , peanut , lupin
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