Is Nut Nougat Cream 20% Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Brinkers
Brinkers's Nut Nougat Cream 20% is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes roasted hazelnuts and cocoa powder, but also contains skimmed milk powder and emulsifiers, indicating a mix of natural and processed ingredients that raise quality concerns.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes roasted hazelnuts and cocoa powder, but also contains skimmed milk powder and emulsifiers, indicating a mix of natural and processed ingredients that raise quality concerns.
Main concern
Contains skimmed milk powder, which may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
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 roasted hazelnuts, providing a natural nut flavor and texture.
- Includes cocoa powder, which adds richness and depth to the flavor profile.
Concerns
- Contains skimmed milk powder, which may not be suitable for those avoiding dairy.
- Includes emulsifier soy lecithin, a processed ingredient that raises concerns about additives.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sucrose safe in this food?
Medium
Sucrose is used here as sweetener. Sucrose is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but is a refined sugar, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Rohrzucker*
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Is Hazelnuts safe in this food?
Good
Hazelnuts is used here as base. Roasted hazelnuts provide a rich, nutty flavor and are a natural source of healthy fats and nutrients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Haselnüsse* geröstet (20%)
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Is Sunflower Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Oil is used here as base. Sunflower oil is a common vegetable oil used for texture but is refined, which may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sonnenblumenöl*
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this food?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds a rich chocolate flavor and is derived from cocoa beans, contributing positively to the product's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Kakaopulver* stark entoit (5%)
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder is a dairy product that adds creaminess but may not be suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magermilchpulver*
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this food?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat from cocoa beans that contributes to a smooth texture and rich mouthfeel.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter (4,5%)
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Is Rice Syrup Powder safe in this food?
Medium
Rice Syrup Powder is used here as sweetener. Rice syrup powder is a sweetener derived from rice, providing sweetness but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Reissiruppulver*
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed additive that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator: Sojalecithine*
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Is Bourbon Vanilla Extract safe in this food?
Good
Bourbon Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Bourbon vanilla extract adds a natural vanilla flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Bourbonvanilleextrakt*
Read the full ingredient profile for Bourbon Vanilla Extract
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: 3827483
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Allergens detected: hazelnuts , milk
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