Is Kong Haakon 450 g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mondelez Norge AS
Mondelez Norge AS's Kong Haakon 450 g is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 55/100 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 Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Potassium Sorbate.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several synthetic additives like potassium sorbate and modified starch, raising quality concerns. The presence of multiple sugars and oils also indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Presence of potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative 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 natural ingredients like almonds and hazelnuts, which provide some nutritional benefits.
- Includes cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are derived from cocoa beans and contribute to flavor.
Concerns
- Presence of potassium sorbate as a synthetic preservative raises concerns about artificial additives.
- High sugar content from multiple sources like glucose syrup and fructose may indicate excessive sweetness.
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 contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is derived from cocoa beans and provides rich flavor and some antioxidants, indicating a quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaomasse
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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 that adds creaminess and richness to the product, supporting quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmør
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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 some nutritional value but is a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: skummetmelkpulver
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds are a natural source of healthy fats and protein, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: mandler
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils like shea and coconut are used for texture but can be highly processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetabilske oljer (shea, kokos, solsikke, palme)
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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: glukosesirup
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dessert?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: kaliumsorbat
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Is Fructose safe in this dessert?
Bad
Fructose is used here as sweetener. Fructose is a simple sugar that can contribute to sweetness and raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: fruktose
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Is Modified Starch safe in this dessert?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient used for texture but raises concerns about its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifisert stivelse
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: 4094894
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Allergens detected: almond , milk , egg
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