Nescafe Cappuccino product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Nescafe Cappuccino Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Nescafe

Nescafe Cappuccino is a soft drink from Nescafe. 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, Lactose.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes glucose syrup and skimmed milk powder, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sodium bicarbonate and citric acid as acidity regulators raises concerns about synthetic additives.

Main concern

Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars.

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 instant coffee (12%), providing a recognizable coffee flavor.
  • Skimmed milk powder contributes to creaminess without adding significant fat.
  • Natural flavorings may enhance the overall taste profile.
  • Suitable for vegetarians, appealing to a wider audience.

Concerns

  • Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars.
  • Sodium bicarbonate and citric acid are synthetic acidity regulators, indicating processing.
  • Coconut oil, while plant-based, is often processed and may raise quality concerns.
  • Lactose presence may be an issue for lactose-intolerant consumers.

Who should avoid this product?

This soft drink 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 soft drink so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 4182733

More from this brand: Nescafe products in Zerotox

Similar products: soft_drink in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: instant coffee. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Nescafe — Nescafe Cappuccino has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Nescafe — Nescafe Cappuccino has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains instant coffee (12%), providing a recognizable coffee flavor.; Skimmed milk powder contributes to creaminess without adding significant fat.; Natural flavorings may enhance the overall taste profile.. See the Pros section above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
The composition includes glucose syrup and skimmed milk powder, which are processed ingredients. The presence of sodium bicarbonate and citric acid as acidity regulators raises concerns about synthetic additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Nescafe — Nescafe Cappuccino has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Nescafe products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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