Is Korn & Schoko - Hazelnut & Currants Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aldi
Korn & Schoko - Hazelnut & Currants is a snack from Aldi. 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 Sugar, Palm Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and palm oil, which raise concerns about high sugar content and the use of palm oil. The presence of emulsifiers and milk powder also indicates a processed product.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and milk sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 oats (8%), which provide some dietary fiber and can contribute to a balanced diet.
- Includes roasted hazelnuts (3.2%), adding a source of healthy fats and flavor.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and milk sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Palm oil is present, which is often criticized for environmental impact and health concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
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 high sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a type of vegetable fat that is often criticized for its environmental impact and health concerns related to saturated fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palm
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common vegetable oil that is often used for its neutral flavor, but it is highly processed and may contain omega-6 fatty acids.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblume
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Is Oat Flakes safe in this snack?
Good
Oat Flakes is used here as base. Oat flakes provide dietary fiber and can contribute to a feeling of fullness, supporting digestive health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haferflocken
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but is refined and may lack some nutrients compared to whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenmehl
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Is Whole Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Wheat Flour is used here as base. Whole wheat flour retains more nutrients than refined flour but still contributes to carbohydrate content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Weizenvollkornmehl
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Is Currants safe in this snack?
Good
Currants is used here as base. Currants add natural sweetness and provide some vitamins and minerals, enhancing the product's flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: Korinthen
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to texture and flavor but is high in calories.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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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 and protein but is a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans and contributes to flavor but is often processed.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Roasted Chopped Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Chopped Hazelnuts is used here as base. Roasted chopped hazelnuts provide flavor and healthy fats, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: geröstete gehackte Haselnüsse
Read the full ingredient profile for Roasted Chopped Hazelnuts
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Butter Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Butter Fat is used here as base. Butter fat contributes to flavor and texture but is high in saturated fat.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butterreinfett
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this snack?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like lecithins help blend ingredients but may raise concerns about processed additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgatoren (Lecithine (enthält Soja))
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Is Baking Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Agents is used here as stabilizer. Baking agents like sodium bicarbonate and ammonium bicarbonate help the product rise but are processed additives.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Backtriebmittel (Natriumhydrogencarbonat, Ammoniumhydrogencarbonat)
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in baked goods, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: Salz
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor adds taste but may be processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Vanillearoma
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Is Milk Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Sugar is used here as sweetener. Milk sugar adds sweetness but is a form of sugar that can contribute to overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Milchzucker
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances taste but may be processed, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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: 3835150
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Allergens detected: soy , milk , hazelnuts
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