Is Lindt Lindor Stick Dark 60% 37g Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lindt
Lindt's Lindt Lindor Stick Dark 60% 37g 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 Flavorings.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are good quality ingredients. However, the presence of sugar and vegetable fats raises concerns about processing and quality.
Main concern
Sugar is a highly processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness 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
- Cocoa mass and cocoa butter are high-quality ingredients that contribute to the chocolate's flavor and texture.
- Contains vanilla, which enhances the overall flavor profile naturally.
Concerns
- Sugar is a highly processed ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
- Vegetable fats, including palm kernel oil, are often associated with sustainability issues and may not be as healthy as cocoa butter.
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 Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is the primary ingredient providing rich chocolate flavor and is minimally processed, indicating good quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaová hmota
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness but is highly processed and raises concerns about health effects when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukr
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Is Vegetable Fats safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Fats is used here as emulsifier. Vegetable fats, including coconut and palm kernel oil, are used for texture but raise concerns about health and sustainability.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: rostlinné tuky(kokosový a palmojádrový v různém poměru)
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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 contributes to the smooth texture and quality of the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaové máslo
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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 but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: sušené odstředěné mléko
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Is Anhydrous Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Anhydrous Milk Fat is used here as base. Anhydrous milk fat is a concentrated dairy fat that enhances creaminess but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: bezvodý mléčný tuk
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but may cause issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: laktóza
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgátor: sójový lecitin
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Is Vanilla safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla is used here as flavor. Vanilla is a natural flavoring that enhances the chocolate's taste and is generally considered a good quality ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vanilka
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this dessert?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor complexity but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrakt z ječného sladu
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Is Flavorings safe in this dessert?
Bad
Flavorings is used here as flavor. Flavorings are often synthetic and can raise concerns about quality and safety due to their ambiguous nature.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromata
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: 3804223
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Allergens detected: milk
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