Is KitKat Hazelnut Bar 99g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nestle
Nestle's KitKat Hazelnut Bar 99g is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Glucose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and various fats, with palm oil and skimmed milk powder raising concerns about processing and sourcing. The presence of emulsifiers and glucose syrup indicates a processed product.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, which raises sustainability concerns due to its environmental impact.
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 mass and cocoa powder, which are derived from cacao and provide flavor.
- Includes hazelnut paste, contributing to the product's unique taste and texture.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, which raises sustainability concerns due to its environmental impact.
- Contains glucose syrup, a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and raises health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sucre
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is a key ingredient providing chocolate flavor and is derived from cacao beans, indicating a natural source.
Role in formula: base
Original: pâte da cacao*
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Is Vegetable Fats safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Fats is used here as base. Vegetable fats, including palm and shea, are used for texture but raise concerns regarding health and environmental sustainability.
Role in formula: base
Original: matières grasses végétales (palme, karité)
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de BLE
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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 lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: LAIT écrémé en poudre
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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 from cacao that contributes to the smooth texture of chocolate, indicating a quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao*
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy byproduct that enhances texture but may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
Role in formula: base
Original: PETIT-LAIT filtré en poudre
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar content and raises concerns about health effects.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Anhydrous Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Anhydrous Milk Fat is used here as base. Anhydrous milk fat adds richness but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse de LAIT anhydre
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as base. Hazelnut paste provides flavor and texture, derived from natural sources, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: pâte de NOISETTES 2.1%
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Is Lean Cocoa safe in this dessert?
Good
Lean Cocoa is used here as base. Lean cocoa is a lower-fat cocoa product that contributes to flavor without excessive fat content, indicating a quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacao maigre*
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Is Emulsifier Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifier Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used to stabilize the mixture but are processed ingredients that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant (lécithines)
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is used to enhance taste but can vary in quality and sourcing, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel
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Is Raising Agent Sodium Carbonate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Raising Agent Sodium Carbonate is used here as thickener. Sodium carbonate acts as a raising agent but is a processed ingredient that may not be necessary in all formulations.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: poudre à lever (carbonate de sodium)
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: 3794379
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Allergens detected: peanut
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