Is Monte Snack Extra Hazelnuts Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Zott
Monte Snack Extra Hazelnuts is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Zott. The product scores 55/100 in Zerotox, meaning it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Palm Fat, Sugar, Dextrose affect the overall evaluation.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several processed ingredients such as palm fat and glucose-fructose syrup, raising quality concerns. The presence of emulsifiers and artificial aroma further indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Palm fat and palm kernel fat are highly processed and raise sustainability 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 hazelnuts (5.9%), providing some natural flavor and texture.
- Includes whole milk powder (5.3%), which adds creaminess to the product.
Concerns
- Palm fat and palm kernel fat are highly processed and raise sustainability concerns.
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that may contribute to health issues.
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 snack.
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Is Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk is used here as base. Milk provides a creamy texture and flavor, but its presence in a processed form raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk
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Is Palm Fat safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed ingredient associated with environmental concerns due to palm oil production.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm fat
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to calorie content without nutritional benefits, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a refined carbohydrate that may lack fiber and nutrients compared to whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat flour
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this snack?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat is a saturated fat that can raise cholesterol levels, raising health concerns when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: base
Original: coconut fat
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that can spike blood sugar levels, raising concerns about its health impact.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Hazelnuts provide natural flavor and healthy fats, contributing positively to the product's composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: hazelnuts
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess but is a processed form of milk that may lack some nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole milk powder
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Is Whey Product safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Product is used here as base. Whey product adds protein but is a processed dairy ingredient that may not provide the same benefits as whole foods.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey product
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Is Palm Kernel Fat safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Kernel Fat is used here as base. Palm kernel fat is a highly processed fat that raises health and environmental concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm kernel fat
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Is Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickener but is often derived from processed sources, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: starch
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Is Reduced Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Reduced Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Reduced fat cocoa powder adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may lack some cocoa benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: reduced fat cocoa powder
Read the full ingredient profile for Reduced Fat Cocoa Powder
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose-fructose syrup is a highly processed sweetener linked to various health issues, raising concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose-fructose syrup
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this snack?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as base. Hazelnut paste adds natural flavor and healthy fats, positively impacting the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: hazelnut paste
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Is Milk Proteins safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Proteins is used here as base. Milk proteins contribute to texture and flavor but are derived from processed dairy sources.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk proteins
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Is Milk Chocolate safe in this snack?
Bad
Milk Chocolate is used here as base. Milk chocolate contains added sugars and fats, contributing to health concerns associated with processed sweets.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk chocolate
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Is Emulsifiers E 471 E 472b safe in this snack?
Bad
Emulsifiers E 471 E 472b is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers are synthetic additives that improve texture but raise concerns about their long-term health effects.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifiers: E 471, E 472b
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Is Leaving Agents E 450 E 500 safe in this snack?
Bad
Leaving Agents E 450 E 500 is used here as thickener. These synthetic agents are used for leavening but may raise concerns about their safety and processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: leaving agents: E 450, E 500
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, though excessive consumption can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Aroma safe in this snack?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is often a synthetic flavoring agent that can mask lower quality ingredients, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma
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: 3823345
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat , hazelnuts
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