Is Hazelnut Sticks Cake Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Deluxe
Hazelnut Sticks Cake is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Deluxe. 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 Potassium Sorbate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like margarine and potassium sorbate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of artificial colors and preservatives indicates a less natural product.
Main concern
Margarine contains palm and coconut oils, which are processed fats that 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 hazelnuts, which provide flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall composition.
- Includes fruit spread made from apricots, adding natural fruit content to the product.
Concerns
- Margarine contains palm and coconut oils, which are processed fats that raise health concerns.
- Multiple preservatives like potassium sorbate and sorbic acid indicate a highly processed product with potential quality issues.
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 Margarine safe in this snack?
Medium
Margarine is used here as base. Margarine is a processed fat used for texture and moisture in this product. Its composition includes palm and coconut oils, which raise health concerns due to their saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Margarin [biljne masti (palma, kokos), suncokretovo ulje, voda, kuhinjska sol, emulgator: mono - i digliceridi masnih kiselina; konzervans: sorbínska kiselina; regulator kiselosti: limunska kiselina; aroma, bojilo: karoteni]
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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 structure-building ingredient in this snack. It is a refined carbohydrate that may raise concerns for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: pšenično brašno
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts provide flavor, texture, and nutritional benefits, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: 21% lješnjaci
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to enhance sweetness in this product. While it contributes to flavor, excessive sugar intake is associated with various health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: šećer
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Is Apricot Fruit Spread safe in this snack?
Medium
Apricot Fruit Spread is used here as flavor. The fruit spread adds natural fruit flavor and moisture. However, it contains added sugars and preservatives, which may detract from its natural quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: voćni namaz od marelica (šećer, 40% kaša od marelica, zgušnjivač: pektini; modificirani škrob, regulator kiselosti: limunska kiselina; konzervansi: sumporni dioksid, kalijev sorbat)
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Is Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk adds moisture and flavor to the product. However, it may pose issues for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: mlijeko
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Is Egg Mix safe in this snack?
Medium
Egg Mix is used here as base. The egg mix contributes to the structure and moisture of the cake. It contains preservatives, which may raise concerns about the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: melanž od jaja (jaja, konzervans: kalijev sorbat; regulator kiselosti: limunska kiselina)
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Is Vanillin Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Vanillin Sugar is used here as flavor. Vanillin sugar is used for flavor enhancement. While it adds sweetness, it is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean eating principles.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vanilin šećer (šećer, aroma vanilin)
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Is Baking Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening_agent. Baking powder is essential for leavening the cake. It contains stabilizers and anti-caking agents, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: prašak za pecivo (stabilizator: difosfati; tvar za tretiranje brašna: natrijevi karbonati; kukuruzni škrob, tvar za sprečavanje zgrudnjavanja: silicijev dioksid)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this snack?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life. Its presence raises concerns about the use of artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konzervans: kalijev sorbat
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: 3867007
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Allergens detected: nuts , gluten , dairy , egg
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