Is Mars Ice Cream Chocolate Core Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mars
Mars Ice Cream Chocolate Core is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Mars. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Glucose Syrup, Glucose Fructose Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient composition includes several processed components like glucose syrup and emulsifiers (E471, E477), which raise quality concerns. The presence of sweeteners and stabilizers indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Contains glucose syrup and glucose-fructose syrup, which are processed sweeteners with potential health concerns.
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.
- Includes cocoa butter and cocoa mass, providing a rich chocolate flavor.
- Uses skimmed milk and cream, contributing to a creamy texture.
- Natural flavors are present, enhancing taste without artificial components.
Concerns
- Contains glucose syrup and glucose-fructose syrup, which are processed sweeteners with potential health concerns.
- Emulsifiers like E471 and E477 may raise questions about their long-term health effects.
- Stabilizers (E407, E410, E412) indicate a highly processed formulation.
- Presence of lactose may be a concern for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dessert.
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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 due to its high caloric content and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sucre
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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 rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Skimmed Milk safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk is used here as base. Skimmed milk provides a source of calcium and protein while reducing fat content, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé
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Is Light Cream safe in this dessert?
Good
Light Cream is used here as base. Light cream adds a creamy texture and flavor, enhancing the overall mouthfeel of the ice cream without excessive fat.
Role in formula: base
Original: crème légère
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is a necessary component for texture and consistency in ice cream, ensuring a smooth product.
Role in formula: base
Original: eau
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Is Vegetable Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Vegetable Fat is used here as base. Vegetable fat contributes to the creaminess of the ice cream but may raise concerns about the type of fats used.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse végétale
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Is Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk is used here as base. Sweetened condensed skimmed milk adds sweetness and creaminess but also increases sugar content.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé concentré sucré
Read the full ingredient profile for Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as flavor. Cocoa mass provides rich chocolate flavor and antioxidants, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pâte de cacao
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds creaminess and a smooth texture, enhancing the overall mouthfeel of the ice cream.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao
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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 additional protein and calcium, contributing positively to the nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé en poudre
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can lead to health concerns related to sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose-fructose
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Is Lean Cocoa safe in this dessert?
Good
Lean Cocoa is used here as flavor. Lean cocoa adds flavor and color to the ice cream, providing a chocolatey taste without excessive fat.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao maigre
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Is Concentrated Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Concentrated Butter is used here as base. Concentrated butter adds richness and flavor but may raise concerns about fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre concentré
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Is Lactose safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lactose is used here as base. Lactose is a natural sugar found in milk, which may be problematic for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: lactose
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder provides protein and enhances the texture of the ice cream, contributing positively to its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: petit-lait en poudre
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Is Emulsifiers Soy Lecithin E471 E477 safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifiers Soy Lecithin E471 E477 is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers help maintain texture and prevent separation but may raise concerns about their long-term health effects.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiants (lécithine de soja E471, E477)
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Is Stabilizers E407 E410 E412 safe in this dessert?
Medium
Stabilizers E407 E410 E412 is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers improve texture and shelf life but indicate a highly processed formulation, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisants E407, E410, E412
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, contributing positively to the overall taste profile.
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, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: extrait naturel de vanille
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Vanilla Extract
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Is Natural Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance taste but may be derived from various sources, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arômes naturels
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: 3924808
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Allergens detected: milk
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