Is M&M's Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mars Wrigley Confectionery
Mars Wrigley Confectionery's M&M's is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 45/100 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, Palm Fat, Glucose Syrup.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes several synthetic additives such as artificial colors (E100, E120, E133, E160a, E160e, E170) and palm oil derivatives, raising significant quality concerns.
Main concern
Presence of multiple artificial colors indicates a highly processed 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
- Contains peanuts, providing a source of protein and healthy fats.
- Includes cocoa paste, which can offer some antioxidant properties.
Concerns
- Presence of multiple artificial colors indicates a highly processed product.
- Palm oil and palm kernel oil raise concerns about sustainability and health impacts.
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 refined sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises concerns about excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sucre
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Is Peanuts safe in this dessert?
Good
Peanuts is used here as base. Peanuts provide a source of protein and healthy fats, contributing positively to the nutritional profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacahuètes
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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 adds flavor and potential antioxidant benefits to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: pâte de cacao
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait entier en poudre
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao
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Is Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickening agent, which can be derived from various sources, raising concerns about processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon
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Is Palm Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its saturated fat content and sustainability issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse de 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 excessive sugar intake and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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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 flavor and texture but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé en poudre
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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 those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant (lécithine de soja)
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as sweetener. Lactose is a sugar found in milk, contributing to sweetness but may cause issues for lactose intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: lactose
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Is Gum Arabic safe in this dessert?
Medium
Gum Arabic is used here as stabilizer. Gum arabic is a natural gum used as a stabilizer, generally considered safe but processed.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisant (gomme arabique)
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Is Shea Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Shea Fat is used here as base. Shea fat is a fat derived from shea nuts, contributing to texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse de karité
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for lactose intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse du lait
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Is Dextrin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dextrin is used here as thickener. Dextrin is a processed carbohydrate used as a thickener, which may raise concerns about its processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: dextrine
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Is Artificial Colors safe in this dessert?
Bad
Artificial Colors is used here as colorant. Artificial colors (E100, E120, E133, E160a, E160e, E170) are synthetic additives that raise health concerns due to potential links to hyperactivity and allergies.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: colorants (E100, E120, E133, E160a, E160e, E170)
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Is Carnauba Wax safe in this dessert?
Medium
Carnauba Wax is used here as coating agent. Carnauba wax is used as a coating agent to enhance appearance but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: coating agent
Original: agent d'enrobage (cire de carnauba)
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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 highly processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its saturated fat content and sustainability issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de palmiste
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used to enhance flavor but excessive consumption can lead to health issues.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Flavoring safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is used to enhance taste but may include synthetic components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme
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: 3925291
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk
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