Is Kakaokiks Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Flying Tiger
Kakaokiks is a snack from Flying Tiger. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Palm Oil, Glucose Fructose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose-fructose syrup and palm oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifier E322 and leavening agents indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener with potential 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 cocoa powder (4%), which adds flavor and some antioxidant properties.
- Natural vanilla flavor enhances taste without synthetic additives.
- Includes leavening agents that contribute to texture and lightness.
- No artificial colors or flavors detected, indicating a more natural composition.
Concerns
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener with potential health concerns.
- Palm oil is present, raising sustainability and health concerns due to its processing.
- Emulsifier E322 (lecithin) may raise concerns for those avoiding processed ingredients.
- Contains wheat flour and may have traces of allergens like milk and nuts.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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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 ingredient providing structure. However, it is a refined ingredient, which may raise concerns for those seeking whole grain options.
Role in formula: base
Original: Mąka pszenna
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to flavor but raises concerns due to its high caloric content and potential health impacts when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukier
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a highly processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its saturated fat content and sustainability issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: tłuszcz roślinny (palmowy, kokosowy)
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to health issues such as obesity and metabolic disorders when consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: syrop glukozowo-fruktozowy
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Is Defatted Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Defatted Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Defatted cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor and some antioxidants, contributing positively to the product's overall profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: odtłuszczone kakao w proszku (4%)
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is used for texture and stability but is a refined ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: skrobia pszenna
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Is Leavening Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Leavening Agents is used here as emulsifier. Leavening agents (E503, E500) help the product rise and improve texture but are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: środki spulchniające (E 503, E500)
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Is Emulsifier E322 safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifier E322 is used here as emulsifier. E322 (lecithin) is used to improve texture and stability but is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (E322)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in snacks, contributing to overall taste without significant health concerns in moderation.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sól
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this snack?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor adds a pleasant taste without synthetic additives, contributing positively to the product's flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: naturalny aromat waniliowy
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Is Citric Acid E330 safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid E330 is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity and enhance flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: regulator kwasowości (E330)
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: 3521608
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Allergens detected: wheat , milk , nuts
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