Is Maltesers Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Maltesers
Maltesers is a dessert from Maltesers. 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 Palm Fat, Palm Kernel Oil.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
Maltesers contain several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and palm fat, which raise quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and artificial additives further impacts the overall safety assessment.
Main concern
Includes glucose syrup, a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
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 natural vanilla extract, which adds flavor without synthetic additives.
- Pectin is used as a coating agent, a natural thickener that is generally considered safe.
Concerns
- Includes glucose syrup, a highly processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
- Palm fat and palm kernel oil are present, which are linked to environmental issues and health concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert 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 dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the product's taste but raises concerns about excessive consumption and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sucre
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides a source of dairy and contributes to the creamy texture of the product, generally considered safe.
Role in formula: base
Original: LAIT écrémé en poudre
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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 and flavor of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de caca
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Medium
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that enhances sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health effects.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Malt Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Malt extract adds a unique flavor profile and is derived from barley, contributing to the overall taste of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait de malt d'ORGE
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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 and provides rich chocolate flavor, considered a quality ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: pâte de cacao
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat contributes to the creaminess of the product but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse de LAIT
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a sugar found in milk, which can be problematic for lactose-intolerant individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: LACTOSE
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a byproduct of cheese production, adding protein but may raise concerns for those with dairy allergies.
Role in formula: base
Original: petit-LAIT en poudre
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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 ingredient linked to health concerns and environmental issues, impacting the product's safety profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse de palme
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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 health concerns and is associated with environmental degradation.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de palmiste
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: lécithine de SOJA
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but raises gluten-related concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: farine de BLE
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Is Raising Agents safe in this dessert?
Medium
Raising Agents is used here as leavening agent. Raising agents (E341, E500, E501) are used to create texture but are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: poudre à lever (E341, E500, E501)
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten is a protein that provides elasticity but raises concerns for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: GLUTEN de blé
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Is Pectin safe in this dessert?
Good
Pectin is used here as thickener. Pectin is a natural thickener used as a coating agent, generally considered safe and adds texture to the product.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: agent d'enrobage (pectine)
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in confectionery, contributing to the overall taste without safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Natural Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla extract adds flavor without synthetic additives, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait naturel de vanille
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Vanilla Extract
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: 3925333
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Allergens detected: milk , soy , wheat
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