Is Leibniz Hazelnut Cream Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Leibniz
This page reviews Leibniz Hazelnut Cream by Leibniz as a snack. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar, Invert Sugar Syrup, Flavors.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes palm oil and sugar, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of milk powder and lecithins indicates a mix of natural and synthetic components.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications.
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 hazelnuts (8.9%), providing a natural flavor and some nutritional benefits.
- Includes whole wheat flour (41%), which adds fiber and nutrients compared to refined flours.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health implications.
- High sugar content may contribute to health risks associated with excessive sugar intake.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this snack and why it matters.
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Is Whole Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Good
Whole Wheat Flour is used here as base. Whole wheat flour is used as a primary ingredient, providing fiber and nutrients compared to refined flour.
Role in formula: base
Original: WEIZENVOLLKORNMEHL
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a common vegetable fat that raises concerns regarding health and environmental sustainability.
Role in formula: base
Original: pflanzliche Fette (Palm)
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to health risks associated with high sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Ground Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Ground Hazelnuts is used here as natural_extract. Ground hazelnuts (8.9%) provide flavor and some nutritional benefits, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: gemahlene HASELNÜSSE
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Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Low-fat cocoa powder (3.2%) adds chocolate flavor while being lower in fat than regular cocoa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fettarmes Kakaopulver
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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 may raise concerns for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: VOLLMILCHPULVER
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar content and health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Invertzuckersirup
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Is Ammonium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Ammonium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Ammonium carbonate is used as a leavening agent, which is effective but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Backtriebmittel: Ammoniumcarbonate
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Is Sodium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium carbonate serves as a leavening agent, contributing to texture but is a synthetic compound.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: Natriumcarbonate
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Is Milk Product safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Product is used here as base. Milk product adds flavor and creaminess but may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: Molkenerzeugnis (MILCH)
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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 baked goods, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Flavors safe in this snack?
Bad
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are added to enhance taste but may include synthetic components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aromen
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Is Lecithins safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Lecithins are used as emulsifiers to improve texture but can be derived from soy or other sources.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Lecithine
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Is Citric Acid safe in this snack?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used as an acidulant, providing tartness and acting as a preservative, but is synthetic.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel: Citronensäure
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: 3825057
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Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts
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