Is Mars X5 Special Offer Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mars
Mars X5 Special Offer is a dessert from Mars. 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 Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Palm Fat.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners. The presence of palm fat raises concerns about sustainability and health implications.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises 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 cocoa powder, which can provide a rich flavor profile.
- Includes skimmed milk powder, contributing to a creamy texture.
- Uses lecithin as an emulsifier, which is a common and generally accepted ingredient.
- The presence of malt extract can enhance the overall taste.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises health concerns.
- Palm fat is present, which is linked to environmental issues and health risks.
- Contains powdered egg white, which may pose allergen risks for some consumers.
- The use of processed ingredients like glucose syrup indicates a less natural composition.
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?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product but raises health concerns related to excessive consumption.
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 derived from starch, contributing to the product's sweetness and texture but raising concerns about high sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and flavor, providing some nutritional benefits without the fat content of whole milk.
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 rich flavor of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: beurre de cacao
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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 the chocolate flavor and some antioxidants, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: pâte de cacao
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common vegetable oil used for texture but is refined and may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: huile de tournesol
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Is Whey Permeate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Whey Permeate is used here as base. Whey permeate is a byproduct of cheese production, adding some dairy flavor but is a processed ingredient with mixed quality implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: perméat de lactosérum (lait)
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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 linked to health concerns and environmental issues, raising significant quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse de palme
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Is Milk Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Milk Fat is used here as base. Milk fat contributes to creaminess and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for those monitoring fat intake.
Role in formula: base
Original: matière grasse du lait
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Is Low Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Low Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Low-fat cocoa powder provides chocolate flavor with reduced fat content, enhancing the product's quality without excessive calories.
Role in formula: base
Original: cacao maigre en poudre
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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: extrait de malt d'orge
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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 of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is a common emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient with mixed quality implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant (lecithine de soja)
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Is Egg White Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Egg White Powder is used here as base. Egg white powder adds protein and texture but may pose allergen risks for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: blanc d'oeuf en poudre
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: 4009835
More from this brand: Mars products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: egg , milk
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