Is Jumbo Peanut Caramel Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Chocola
Jumbo Peanut Caramel is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Chocola. The product scores 45/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Palm Fat, Glucose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm fat, raising quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and milk derivatives further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
High in processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm fat, which may 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 roasted peanuts, providing a source of natural flavor and texture.
- Includes vanilla extract, which can enhance the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- High in processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm fat, which may raise health concerns.
- Contains multiple dairy derivatives, which could be problematic for lactose-intolerant individuals.
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 dessert.
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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 the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts provide a natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: geröstete Erdnüsse
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, used for texture and mouthfeel, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Palm Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palmfett
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
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 suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to rapid spikes in blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Sweet Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sweet Whey Powder is used here as base. Sweet whey powder is a byproduct of cheese production, adding protein but also indicating processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Süßmolkenpulver
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is derived from cocoa beans and contributes to flavor, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Butter Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter Fat is used here as base. Butter fat adds richness and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butterreinfett
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder contributes creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Condensed Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Condensed Milk is used here as base. Condensed milk adds sweetness and creaminess but is a processed dairy product that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kondensmilch
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Is Soy Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Flour is used here as base. Soy flour is a processed ingredient that adds protein but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sojamehl
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Is Cream Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cream Powder is used here as base. Cream powder adds richness and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sahnepulver
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Is Emulsifiers Soy Lecithin Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids safe in this dessert?
Bad
Emulsifiers Soy Lecithin Mono And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers are synthetic additives used to improve texture and stability but raise concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgatoren (Lecithine (Soja), Mono - und Diglyceride von Speisefettsäuren)
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Medium
Hazelnut Paste is used here as base. Hazelnut paste adds flavor and texture but is a processed ingredient that may not suit all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haselnussmark
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Is Rice Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a gluten-free alternative that adds texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Reismehl
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Is Table Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Table Salt is used here as base. Table salt is a common seasoning that enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation.
Role in formula: base
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Milk Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Sugar is used here as sweetener. Milk sugar (lactose) adds sweetness but may cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Milchzucker
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Is Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Vanilla extract adds natural flavor and aroma, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vanilleextrakt
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Is Natural Peanut Flavor safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Peanut Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural peanut flavor enhances the peanut taste, contributing positively to the product's flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Erdnussaroma
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor is a vague term that can refer to various flavoring agents, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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Is Dextrose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can contribute to rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Dextrose
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: 3548956
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk , soy , hazelnut
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