Is Milk Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Altromercato
Milk Chocolate is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Altromercato. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This milk chocolate contains cane sugar, cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, and hazelnut paste. The presence of refined sugar and milk powder raises moderate quality concerns.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
This milk chocolate contains cane sugar, cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, and hazelnut paste. The presence of refined sugar and milk powder raises moderate quality concerns.
Main concern
Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
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 is a natural fat that contributes to a smooth texture and is generally considered safe.
- Hazelnut paste adds a natural flavor and richness, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about high sugar content and potential health impacts.
- Whole milk powder may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals, limiting its accessibility.
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 Cane Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a refined sweetener that provides sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content and its health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucchero integrale di canna
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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 and is generally regarded as safe.
Role in formula: base
Original: Burro di 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 may pose issues for those with lactose intolerance, affecting its suitability for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Latte intero in polvere
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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 the characteristic chocolate flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Pasta di cacao
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dessert?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as flavor. Hazelnut paste adds a rich, nutty flavor to the chocolate, enhancing its taste profile and providing a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Pasta di nocciole
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: 4137247
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Allergens detected: milk , hazelnuts
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