Is Intense Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cote D'Or
This page reviews Intense by Cote D'Or as a dessert. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are good quality ingredients. However, the presence of sugar and soy lecithin raises some concerns about processing and additives.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are good quality ingredients. However, the presence of sugar and soy lecithin raises some concerns about processing and additives.
Main concern
Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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
- Cocoa mass is a primary ingredient, providing rich flavor and quality.
- Cocoa butter contributes to a smooth texture and is a natural fat.
- Natural vanilla flavor enhances the overall taste profile.
- Minimal processing of cocoa ingredients supports better quality.
Concerns
- Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that, while common, is a processed ingredient.
- The presence of added sugar may detract from the overall healthiness.
- Potential allergens from soy lecithin could be a concern for some consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this dessert and why it matters.
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is the primary ingredient, providing rich flavor and essential cocoa solids. Its quality is high, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cacaomassa
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about health implications due to its high caloric content and potential for overconsumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: suiker
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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 derived from cocoa beans, contributing to a smooth texture and rich mouthfeel, indicating good quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacaoboter
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Is Skimmed Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Skimmed cocoa powder adds flavor and color while being lower in fat than regular cocoa powder, supporting a better nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: magere cacaopoeder
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture and stability. While it is derived from soy, it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SOJALECITHINEN
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances the taste profile of the chocolate, providing a pleasant aroma and flavor without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natuurlijk vanillearoma
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: 3398045
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Allergens detected: soy
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