Is Pistachio Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Picard
Pistachio Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Picard. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of natural flavors and nut pastes indicates some quality, but overall, the mix of good and bad ingredients leads to a moderate rating.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of natural flavors and nut pastes indicates some quality, but overall, the mix of good and bad ingredients leads to a moderate rating.
Main concern
High sugar content from multiple sources, which 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 pistachio paste and hazelnut praline, which add natural flavor and richness.
- Includes whole milk and cream, providing a creamy texture and taste.
- Natural pistachio flavor enhances the overall taste profile without artificial additives.
Concerns
- High sugar content from multiple sources, which raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Contains emulsifiers like lecithin, which are processed and may indicate lower quality.
- Presence of stabilizers like guar gum and locust bean gum, which are synthetic and can affect purity.
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 food.
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Is Whole Milk safe in this food?
Good
Whole Milk is used here as base. Whole milk provides a creamy base for the sauce, contributing to its texture and flavor. It is a natural ingredient with no processing concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Lait entier
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Is Liquid Cream safe in this food?
Good
Liquid Cream is used here as base. Liquid cream adds richness and creaminess to the sauce, enhancing mouthfeel. It is a natural dairy product.
Role in formula: base
Original: crème fraîche liquide (LAIT) 19%
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water serves as a solvent in the sauce, helping to blend the ingredients. It is essential for achieving the desired consistency.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: eau
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the sauce, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Hazelnut Praline safe in this food?
Good
Hazelnut Praline is used here as flavor. Hazelnut praline adds a rich, nutty flavor to the sauce, enhancing its overall taste profile. It is a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: praliné NOISETTE 4,3%
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Is Hazelnut safe in this food?
Good
Hazelnut is used here as natural_extract. Hazelnuts contribute to the flavor and texture of the sauce, providing natural richness and a nutty taste.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: NOISETTE 2,1%
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Is Pistachio Paste safe in this food?
Good
Pistachio Paste is used here as flavor. Pistachio paste adds a distinct flavor and color to the sauce, enhancing its appeal. It is a natural ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pâte de PISTACHE 4,1%
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Is Liquid Egg Yolk safe in this food?
Medium
Liquid Egg Yolk is used here as emulsifier. Liquid egg yolk acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend the ingredients. While natural, it raises concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: jaune d'EUF de poule élevé en plein air (liquide, pasteurisé)
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Is Dark Chocolate safe in this food?
Medium
Dark Chocolate is used here as flavor. Dark chocolate adds depth and richness to the sauce, but its sugar content raises concerns about overall sweetness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chocolat noir 1,7% (pâte de cacao, sucre, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant: lécithines)
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Is Dextrose safe in this food?
Medium
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that contributes to sweetness. Its presence alongside other sugars raises concerns about overall sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Stabilizers safe in this food?
Medium
Stabilizers is used here as stabilizer. Stabilizers like guar gum and locust bean gum help maintain texture but are processed ingredients that may affect quality.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: stabilisants (gomme guar, farine de graines de caroube)
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Is Natural Pistachio Flavor safe in this food?
Good
Natural Pistachio Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural pistachio flavor enhances the sauce's taste without artificial additives, contributing positively to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel de PISTACHE
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Pistachio Flavor
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Is Sea Salt safe in this food?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness in the sauce. It is a natural ingredient with no processing concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: fleur de sel
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this food?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is used as an emulsifier to blend ingredients. While natural, it is processed and raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant : lecithine de tournesol
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: 3657211
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