Is Milk Chocolate With Caramel Pieces Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fairtrade
Milk Chocolate With Caramel Pieces is a dessert from Fairtrade. 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.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The product contains sugar and multiple dairy ingredients, including whole milk powder and butter oil, which contribute to its sweetness and creaminess. However, the presence of glucose syrup and emulsifier raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
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 solids (30% minimum) and milk solids (18% minimum), indicating a decent chocolate quality.
- Includes bourbon vanilla extract, which can enhance flavor naturally compared to artificial alternatives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness and processed ingredients.
- Contains multiple dairy derivatives, which may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
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 chocolate but raises concerns about excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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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, used to enhance sweetness and texture but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glucose Syrup
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Is Butter Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter Milk is used here as base. Butter adds creaminess and flavor to the chocolate, but it is a dairy product that may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butter (Milk)
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Is Cream Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cream Milk is used here as base. Cream contributes to the richness and smooth texture of the chocolate, but it is also a dairy product that may pose issues for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cream (Milk)
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used in moderation to enhance the overall flavor profile of the chocolate, balancing sweetness effectively.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salt
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is a common ingredient used to dissolve and blend other ingredients, ensuring a smooth texture in the final product.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Water
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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 mouthfeel of the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cocoa Butter
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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 chocolate flavor and color, essential for quality chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cocoa Mass
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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 dairy product that may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Whole Milk Powder
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides some creaminess while reducing fat content, but it is still a dairy derivative.
Role in formula: base
Original: Skimmed Milk Powder
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Is Butter Oil Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter Oil Milk is used here as base. Butter oil adds richness and flavor but is derived from milk, which may not be suitable for all consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butter Oil (Milk)
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Is Soya Lecithins safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soya Lecithins is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithins are used as emulsifiers to blend ingredients effectively, but they are processed and may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulsifier: Soya Lecithins
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Is Bourbon Vanilla Extract safe in this dessert?
Good
Bourbon Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Bourbon vanilla extract is a natural flavoring that enhances the overall taste profile of the chocolate, providing a rich aroma.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Bourbon Vanilla Extract
Read the full ingredient profile for Bourbon 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: 3845418
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , nuts , gluten
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