Is Kafferep Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ikea
Kafferep is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Ikea. 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 Glucose Fructose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes almond paste and cream, but also contains several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers. This raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Glucose syrup and glucose-fructose syrup are highly processed sweeteners that raise concerns about added sugars.
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
- Almond paste provides a natural flavor and texture, contributing positively to the overall quality.
- Cream adds richness and enhances the mouthfeel, supporting a more indulgent experience.
Concerns
- Glucose syrup and glucose-fructose syrup are highly processed sweeteners that raise concerns about added sugars.
- Emulsifiers (E471, E322) and stabilizers (E450, E410, E401) indicate a processed composition, which may affect overall quality.
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 Almond Paste safe in this snack?
Good
Almond Paste is used here as base. Almond paste is a blend of sugar and almonds, providing natural flavor and texture. Its presence supports the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Almond paste¹ (27%) (sugar, almonds, glucose syrup, water, maltodextrin, invert sugar syrup, red beet extract)
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Is Cream safe in this snack?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and enhances mouthfeel, contributing positively to the overall sensory experience of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: cream² (milk) (19%)
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent and helps in achieving the desired consistency of the product without raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: water
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns due to its high processing and potential health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Whole Egg safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Egg is used here as base. Whole egg contributes to the structure and richness of the product, providing essential nutrients and enhancing quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole egg
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a staple ingredient that provides structure but may raise concerns for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat flour
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils (coconut, rapeseed) are used for texture but may raise concerns due to processing and potential health implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetable oils (coconut, rapeseed)
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Is Maize Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Maize starch acts as a thickener, improving texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maize starch
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Is Raspberries safe in this snack?
Good
Raspberries is used here as base. Raspberries provide natural flavor and color, enhancing the product's appeal and contributing positively to its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: raspberries² (2%)
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars and overall health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose-fructose syrup
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers (E471, E322) help maintain texture but indicate a processed composition, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifiers (E471, E322)
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: skimmed milk powder
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Is Tapioca Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Tapioca Starch is used here as thickener. Tapioca starch serves as a thickener, improving texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: tapioca starch
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Is Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Fat-reduced cocoa powder adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: fat-reduced cocoa powder
Read the full ingredient profile for Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder
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Is Raising Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Raising Agents is used here as leavening_agent. Raising agents (E450, E500) help the product rise but indicate a processed composition, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: raising agents (E450, E500)
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds richness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Stabilisers safe in this snack?
Medium
Stabilisers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilisers (E450, E410, E401) help maintain texture but indicate a processed composition, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisers (E450, E410, E401)
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Is Sodium Caseinate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Caseinate is used here as base. Sodium caseinate is a milk-derived protein that enhances texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: sodium caseinate (milk)
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds natural acidity and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lemon juice concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Thickener safe in this snack?
Medium
Thickener is used here as thickener. Thickener (E440) improves texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: thickener (E440)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavouring safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Vanilla Flavouring is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavouring enhances taste but may be processed, raising concerns about overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural vanilla flavouring
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Vanilla Flavouring
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Is Wheat Malt safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Malt is used here as base. Wheat malt contributes to flavor but may raise concerns for those with gluten sensitivities due to its wheat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat malt
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Is Flour Treatment Agent safe in this snack?
Medium
Flour Treatment Agent is used here as other. Flour treatment agent (E300) is used to improve flour quality but indicates processing, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: other
Original: flour treatment agent (E300)
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: 4057014
More from this brand: Ikea products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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