Is Orange Marzipan Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Nidar
Orange Marzipan is a dessert from Nidar. 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 Glucose Syrup, Invert Sugar Syrup, Invertase.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and almond (41% in marzipan), with concerns raised by the presence of glucose syrup and E202 as preservatives. This indicates a processed nature with mixed quality implications.
Main concern
Includes glucose syrup and E202 (potassium sorbate), which are synthetic additives that raise quality 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 almond (41% in marzipan), which is a natural ingredient contributing to flavor and texture.
- Natural colorants like safflower and carrot concentrate are used, reducing reliance on synthetic dyes.
Concerns
- Includes glucose syrup and E202 (potassium sorbate), which are synthetic additives that raise quality concerns.
- Presence of dry milk may indicate dairy content, which could be an issue for lactose-sensitive consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This dessert 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 dessert so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns with excessive consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sukker
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Is Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Almonds is used here as base. Almonds provide a rich flavor and texture, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: mandler
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass adds chocolate flavor and richness, but its processing level can vary, affecting quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaomasse
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water is a basic ingredient that serves as a solvent, essential for the product's consistency.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: vann
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar content and raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glykosesirup
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Powder is used here as base. Cocoa powder adds flavor and color but may be processed, which can affect its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmer
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Is Invert Sugar Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Invert Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Invert sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can increase sweetness and may raise concerns about added sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: invertsukkersirup
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Is Dry Milk safe in this dessert?
Medium
Dry Milk is used here as base. Dry milk adds creaminess and flavor but may pose issues for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: tørrmelk
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Is Orange Juice Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Orange Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Orange juice concentrate provides natural flavor and acidity, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: appelsinjuicekonsentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Orange Juice Concentrate
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgator (soyalecitin)
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to enhance flavor and preserve freshness, but it is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: syre (sitronsyre)
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Is Corn Starch safe in this dessert?
Medium
Corn Starch is used here as thickener. Corn starch is a common thickener that helps improve texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: maisstivelse
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Is Invertase safe in this dessert?
Bad
Invertase is used here as moisture_retainer. Invertase is used to retain moisture but is a synthetic enzyme that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: moisture_retainer
Original: fuktighetsbevarer (invertase)
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this dessert?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that helps extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: konserveringsmiddel (E202)
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Is Natural Colorants safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Colorants is used here as colorant. Natural colorants like safflower and carrot concentrate are used, which are preferable to synthetic dyes.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: naturlige fargestoffer (saflor, gulrotkonsentrat)
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Is Flavors safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavors is used here as flavor. Flavors are added to enhance taste but may be synthetic, raising concerns about quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromaer
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: 4047182
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Allergens detected: nuts , gluten
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