Is Monte Vegan Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Zott
Monte Vegan is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Zott. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Modified Starch, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes modified starch and maltodextrin, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of carrageenan as a thickener also indicates potential safety issues.
Main concern
Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
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 coconut cream (29%), a natural ingredient that adds creaminess and flavor.
- Inulin is included, which can be beneficial for digestive health.
- Low sugar cocoa powder (0.7%) is used, reducing overall sugar content.
- Hazelnut paste (0.9%) adds a nutty flavor and contributes to the product's texture.
Concerns
- Modified starch is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
- Maltodextrin is a highly processed carbohydrate that can affect blood sugar levels.
- Carrageenan is a thickener that has been linked to digestive issues in some individuals.
- Calcium citrate as an acidity regulator may indicate additional processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this product, providing hydration without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Voda
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Is Coconut Cream safe in this dairy?
Good
Coconut Cream is used here as base. Coconut cream (29%) adds a rich, creamy texture and flavor, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: kokosový krém
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Is Sugar safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns due to its processed nature and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cukr
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Is Modified Starch safe in this dairy?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient used for thickening, which may raise concerns about its quality and health implications.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifikovaný škrob
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Is Inulin safe in this dairy?
Good
Inulin is used here as natural_extract. Inulin is a natural fiber that can support digestive health, contributing positively to the product's composition.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: inulin
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Is Starch safe in this dairy?
Medium
Starch is used here as thickener. Starch is used as a thickening agent, which is processed and may raise concerns about its quality.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: škrob
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Is Maltodextrin safe in this dairy?
Bad
Maltodextrin is used here as thickener. Maltodextrin is a highly processed carbohydrate that can spike blood sugar levels, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maltodextrin
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Is Hazelnut Paste safe in this dairy?
Good
Hazelnut Paste is used here as flavor. Hazelnut paste (0.9%) adds a rich, nutty flavor and contributes positively to the product's texture and quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pasta z LÍSKOVÝCH OŘÍŠKŮ
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dairy?
Medium
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Low sugar cocoa powder (0.7%) enhances flavor while keeping sugar content lower, but it is still a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: kakaový prášek se sníženým obsahem cukru
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Is Chocolate Powder safe in this dairy?
Medium
Chocolate Powder is used here as flavor. Chocolate powder (0.6%) adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: čokoláda v prášku
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Is Carrageenan safe in this dairy?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as thickener. Carrageenan is a thickener that has been associated with digestive issues, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: karagenan
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Is Carob Gum safe in this dairy?
Medium
Carob Gum is used here as thickener. Carob gum is a thickening agent that is natural but can still raise concerns due to its processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: karubin
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Is Guar Gum safe in this dairy?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is a natural thickener that can improve texture but may raise concerns about its processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: guma guar
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Is Calcium Citrate safe in this dairy?
Medium
Calcium Citrate is used here as buffer. Calcium citrate is used as an acidity regulator, indicating some processing and raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: citronany vápenaté
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Is Aroma safe in this dairy?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is a vague term that can refer to artificial or natural flavoring agents, raising concerns about quality and safety.
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: 3823332
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Allergens detected: tree_nut
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