Is Orange With Almond Pieces Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Hachez
Hachez's Orange With Almond Pieces is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed ingredients raising quality concerns. The presence of emulsifier lecithin also indicates moderate processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 almonds, providing a natural nut flavor and texture.
- Includes orange granulate, which adds a fruity element to the chocolate.
- Uses cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are essential for chocolate quality.
- Orange oil enhances the citrus flavor profile, contributing to overall taste.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Lecithin as an emulsifier indicates some level of processing, which may affect ingredient purity.
- Presence of multiple syrups suggests a reliance on processed sweeteners.
- Potential for cross-contamination with other nuts could be a concern for allergy sufferers.
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 dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is a key ingredient in chocolate, providing rich flavor and texture. It is minimally processed, supporting quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse*
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, essential for chocolate texture and mouthfeel, indicating quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter*
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Is Roasted Almonds safe in this dessert?
Good
Roasted Almonds is used here as natural_extract. Roasted almonds add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor, enhancing the product's overall quality and taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: geröstete Mandeln (7 %)
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Is Orange Granulate safe in this dessert?
Medium
Orange Granulate is used here as flavor. Orange granulate contains multiple ingredients, including sugars and fruit puree, which may raise concerns about processing and added sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Orangengranulat (3 %) (Zucker, Reismehl, Glukosesirup, Fruktosesirup, Orangensaft, Apfelpüree, Kakaobutter*, Orangenzellen, Geliermittel (Pektine), Säuerungsmittel (Citronensäure), Orangenöl)
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Is Butter Fat safe in this dessert?
Medium
Butter Fat is used here as base. Butter fat contributes to the creaminess of the chocolate but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butterreinfett
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Is Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but indicates some level of processing, which may affect ingredient purity.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Lecithine)
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Is Orange Oil safe in this dessert?
Good
Orange Oil is used here as flavor. Orange oil enhances the citrus flavor profile, providing a natural aroma and taste that complements the chocolate.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Orangenöl
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: 3859765
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Allergens detected: tree_nut
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