Is Milky Way Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mars
Milky Way is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Mars. The product scores 50/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Palm Fat affect the overall evaluation.
50 / 100
Why score is 50
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup as primary ingredients, raising concerns about high sugar content. Additionally, palm fat and whey permeate indicate processed components that may affect overall quality.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises quality concerns regarding excessive sweetness.
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 mass and cocoa butter, which are derived from natural sources and contribute to flavor.
- Includes skimmed milk powder, providing some dairy content that can enhance texture.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises quality concerns regarding excessive sweetness.
- Presence of palm fat, a processed ingredient, raises sustainability and health concerns.
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?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product 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, contributing to the sugar content and raising concerns about high glycemic index.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds dairy content and creaminess but is a processed ingredient that may lack some nutritional benefits of whole milk.
Role in formula: base
Original: skimmed milk powder
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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 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, indicating a natural source of cocoa.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa mass
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower oil is a vegetable oil used for texture and moisture but is a refined oil that may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: sunflower oil
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Is Palm Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as emulsifier. Palm fat is a processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns due to its saturated fat content and sustainability issues.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: palm fat
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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 less nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey permeate (milk)
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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 about fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk fat
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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 sweetness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: barley malt extract
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Is Salt safe in this dessert?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness, and is a natural mineral that is safe in moderate amounts.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Emulsifier Soya Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifier Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is a common emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed additive that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifier (soya)
Read the full ingredient profile for Emulsifier Soya Lecithin
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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 is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all dietary preferences.
Role in formula: base
Original: egg white powder
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: 3925304
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Allergens detected: milk , egg
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