Is Nurnberger Oblaten-Lebkuchen Bruch Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Wicklein
Nurnberger Oblaten-Lebkuchen Bruch is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Wicklein. 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 Glucose Fructose Syrup, Caramel Sugar Syrup affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose-fructose syrup and lecithins, which raise quality concerns. However, the presence of nuts and spices adds some natural elements.
Main concern
High in processed ingredients like glucose-fructose syrup, raising 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 nuts like hazelnuts and almonds, which provide some nutritional benefits.
- Includes spices such as cinnamon, adding flavor and potential aromatic qualities.
Concerns
- High in processed ingredients like glucose-fructose syrup, raising concerns about added sugars.
- Contains multiple emulsifiers and stabilizers, indicating a highly processed product.
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 Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for sweetness in this product, but its high presence raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the main structure, but its refined nature may not provide significant nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: WEIZENMEHL
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Is Oilseeds safe in this snack?
Good
Oilseeds is used here as base. Oilseeds like hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts, and cashews contribute healthy fats and nutrients, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Ölsamen 12% (HASELNÜSSE, MANDELN, WALNÜSSE, CASHEWKERNE)
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Is Persipan safe in this snack?
Medium
Persipan is used here as flavor. Persipan, made from apricot kernels and sugar, adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Persipan 5% (Aprikosenkerne 2%, Zucker, Invertzucker sirup, Kartoffelstärke)
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Is Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Chocolate is used here as flavor. Chocolate adds flavor and richness, but its sugar content and emulsifiers may detract from overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Schokolade (Kakaomasse, Zucker, Kakaobutter, Emulgator: Lecithine)
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This syrup is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excessive sugar intake and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukose-Fruktose-Sirup
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Is Orange Peel safe in this snack?
Good
Orange Peel is used here as natural_extract. Orange peel adds natural flavor and aroma, enhancing the sensory experience of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Orangenschalen
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Medium
Sorbitol is used here as humectant. Sorbitol is used to retain moisture, but it is a sugar alcohol that may cause digestive issues in some individuals.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Feuchthaltemittel: Sorbit
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Is Dried Figs safe in this snack?
Good
Dried Figs is used here as flavor. Dried figs provide natural sweetness and fiber, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: getrocknete Feigen
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Is Wheat Egg White safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Egg White is used here as base. Wheat egg white adds protein but is a processed ingredient that may not offer significant benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: WEIZENEIWEISS
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Is Spices safe in this snack?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices, including cinnamon, enhance flavor and may provide some aromatic benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürze (enthalten Zimt)
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Is Potato Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickener, but it is a processed ingredient that may not add nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Kartoffelstärke
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour serves as a gluten-free alternative but is a refined ingredient with limited nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: Reismehl
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Is Caramel Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Caramel Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Caramel sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that adds sugar content without nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Karamellzuckersirup (Glukosesirup, Zucker)
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Is Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is used as an emulsifier to stabilize the mixture, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Lecithine
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Is Potato Egg White safe in this snack?
Medium
Potato Egg White is used here as base. Potato egg white adds protein but is a processed ingredient that may not offer significant benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kartoffeleiweiß
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Is Applesauce safe in this snack?
Good
Applesauce is used here as base. Applesauce adds moisture and natural sweetness, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Apfelmark
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Is Baking Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Agents is used here as leavening_agent. Baking agents like sodium bicarbonate and potassium carbonates are used for leavening but are processed ingredients.
Role in formula: leavening_agent
Original: Backtriebmittel: Natriumhydrogencarbonat, Kaliumcarbonate
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Is Wax Maize Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wax Maize Starch is used here as thickener. Wax maize starch is used as a thickener, but it is a processed ingredient that may not add nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Wachsmaisstärke
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this snack?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds natural flavor and acidity, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Milk Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Protein is used here as base. Milk protein adds nutritional value but is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILCH EIWEISS
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is essential for balancing sweetness in this product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Whole Egg Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whole Egg Powder is used here as base. Whole egg powder adds protein but is a processed ingredient that may not offer significant benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: VOLLEIPULVER
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Is Gelling Agents safe in this snack?
Medium
Gelling Agents is used here as thickener. Gelling agents like pectins are used for texture but are processed ingredients that may not add nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Geliermittel: Pektine
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Is Dried Egg White safe in this snack?
Medium
Dried Egg White is used here as base. Dried egg white adds protein but is a processed ingredient that may not offer significant benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: HÜHNEREITROCKENEIWEISS
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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 nutritional value but is a processed ingredient that may not be suitable for all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: VOLLMILCHPULVER
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: 3815708
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Allergens detected: wheat , nuts , milk , egg
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