Is Lindt Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lindt Sprungli
This page reviews Lindt by Lindt Sprungli as a dessert. 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: Palm Kernel Oil, Artificial Flavor.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and coconut oil, which are common in chocolate products. However, the presence of artificial flavor and palm kernel oil raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Artificial flavor is included, which raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
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 butter and cocoa mass are quality ingredients that contribute to the chocolate's texture and flavor.
- Hazelnuts provide a natural nutty flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Artificial flavor is included, which raises concerns about synthetic additives in the product.
- Palm kernel oil is present, which is often associated with environmental concerns related to palm oil production.
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 dessert and why it matters.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil is used for texture and mouthfeel but is high in saturated fats, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCONUT OIL
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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 derived from cocoa beans, contributing to the smooth texture of chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCOA BUTTER
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Is Milk Ingredients safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Ingredients is used here as base. Milk ingredients add creaminess and flavor but may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILK INGREDIENTS
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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 antioxidants.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCOA MASS
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Is Palm Kernel Oil safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Kernel Oil is used here as base. Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises environmental concerns due to palm oil production practices.
Role in formula: base
Original: PAĻM KERNEL OIL
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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 consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: LACTOSE
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts provide a natural flavor and texture, enhancing the overall quality of the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: HAZELNUTS
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is used to improve texture and stability but is a processed ingredient with mixed properties.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SOYA LECITNIN
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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 sweetness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: BARLEY MALT EXTRACT
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Is Artificial Flavor safe in this dessert?
Bad
Artificial Flavor is used here as flavor. Artificial flavor is a synthetic additive that raises concerns about the quality and safety of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ARTIFICIAL FLAVOUR
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: 2434765
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Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut
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