Is Kolibriegg Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nidar
Nidar's Kolibriegg is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on E22, E120, E141.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes several synthetic additives like E22 (preservative) and E120 (colorant), raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple artificial ingredients indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Includes E22 as a synthetic preservative, which raises concerns about artificial additives.
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 almonds (37% in marzipan), providing a natural nut flavor.
- Cocoa butter and cocoa mass are derived from cocoa beans, contributing to chocolate quality.
Concerns
- Includes E22 as a synthetic preservative, which raises concerns about artificial additives.
- Artificial colorants E120, E141, and E160a indicate a processed composition with potential quality issues.
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?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used as a primary sweetener in this confectionery, contributing to its overall sweetness but raises concerns due to high processing.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds (37% in marzipan) provide a natural flavor and texture, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: mandler (37 % i marsipan)
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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.
Role in formula: base
Original: tørrmelk
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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 cocoa beans, contributing to the smooth texture of chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmør*
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans, providing rich chocolate flavor and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaomasse*
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that helps with texture but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glykosesirup
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that enhances sweetness and moisture retention.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: invertsukkersirup
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a refined oil used for texture but raises concerns due to processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: solsikkeolje
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed additive.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (soyalecitin)
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Is Invertase safe in this dessert?
Medium
Invertase is used here as moisture_retainer. Invertase is used to retain moisture in confections but is a synthetic enzyme.
Role in formula: moisture_retainer
Original: fuktighetsbevarer (invertase)
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness in this confectionery.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is E22 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E22 is used here as preservative. E22 is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmiddel (E22)
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Is Potato Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickener but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: potetstivelse
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Is E120 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E120 is used here as colorant. E120 is a synthetic colorant that raises concerns about artificial additives in food.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoffer (E120)
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Is E141 safe in this dessert?
Bad
E141 is used here as colorant. E141 is a synthetic colorant that may raise quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoffer (E141)
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Is E160a safe in this dessert?
Bad
E160a is used here as colorant. E160a is a synthetic colorant that indicates a processed composition with potential quality issues.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: fargestoffer (E160a)
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Is Beeswax safe in this dessert?
Good
Beeswax is used here as surface_treatment. Beeswax is a natural substance used for surface treatment, providing a glossy finish.
Role in formula: surface_treatment
Original: oveflatebehandlingsmiddel (bivoks)
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Is Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are added to enhance taste but may include artificial components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromaer
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: 4047179
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , gluten
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