Is Peanut Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Ludwig Schokolade
Peanut Bar is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Ludwig Schokolade. 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 Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Palm Fat affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup as primary sweeteners, raising concerns about high sugar content. The presence of palm fat and milk powder also indicates a processed nature, impacting overall quality.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises 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 roasted peanuts (24%), providing a source of natural flavor and texture.
- Includes natural peanut flavor, enhancing the authenticity of the peanut taste.
- Uses lecithin (soy) as an emulsifier, which is a common and generally accepted ingredient.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises quality concerns.
- Palm fat is present, which is often criticized for environmental reasons.
- Contains milk powder and egg white powder, indicating potential allergens.
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?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary sweetener in this product, contributing to high sweetness but raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Roasted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Peanuts is used here as base. Roasted peanuts (24%) provide natural flavor and protein, enhancing the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: geröstete Erdnüsse 24 %
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that adds to the sugar content, raising concerns about its impact on health.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaobutter
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Is Palm Fat safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is often criticized for its environmental impact and is a processed fat that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palmfett
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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 creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vollmilchpulver
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Is Condensed Skim Milk safe in this snack?
Medium
Condensed Skim Milk is used here as base. Condensed skim milk contributes to texture and flavor but is a processed dairy product.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kondensmagermilch
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Medium
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass adds chocolate flavor but is a processed ingredient, impacting overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kakaomasse
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Is Sorbitol safe in this snack?
Medium
Sorbitol is used here as humectant. Sorbitol is used as a humectant 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 Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for gluten sensitivity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gerstenmalzextrakt
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Is Milk Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Sugar is used here as sweetener. Milk sugar (lactose) adds sweetness but may be problematic for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Milchzucker
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Is Sweet Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Sweet Whey Powder is used here as base. Sweet whey powder contributes to flavor and texture but is a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Süßmolkenpulver
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Is Table Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Table Salt is used here as flavor. Table salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in many food products.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Speisesalz
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Is Natural Peanut Flavor safe in this snack?
Good
Natural Peanut Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural peanut flavor enhances the product's peanut taste, contributing positively to flavor authenticity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Erdnussaroma
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Is Lecithin Soy safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithin Soy is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is used as an emulsifier to blend ingredients, which is common in processed foods.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Emulgator (Lecithine (Soja))
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Is Egg White Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Egg White Powder is used here as base. Egg white powder adds protein and texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise allergen concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hühnereieiweißpulver**
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Is Milk Protein Product safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Protein Product is used here as base. Milk protein product contributes to texture and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: Milcheiweißerzeugnis
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Is Vanilla Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Vanilla Extract is used here as flavor. Vanilla extract adds flavor and is a natural ingredient, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Vanilleextrakt
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: 3548902
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk , egg
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