Is Polly Super Crunchy Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cloetta
Cloetta's Polly Super Crunchy is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 55/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Shellac, Glucose Syrup.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several processed ingredients like glucose syrup and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of palm fat and artificial flavoring further indicates a less favorable profile.
Main concern
Contains glucose syrup, a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
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 cocoa butter, a natural fat that can enhance texture and flavor.
- Includes whey protein, which can contribute to protein content.
- Uses vegetable oils, which are generally considered better than saturated fats.
- Incorporates baking powder, a common leavening agent that aids in texture.
Concerns
- Contains glucose syrup, a processed sweetener that raises concerns about sugar content.
- Includes palm fat, which is associated with environmental issues and health concerns.
- Artificial flavoring (vanillin) may indicate a lack of natural flavor sources.
- Presence of emulsifiers like soy lecithin raises questions about processing and sourcing.
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 snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to sweetness but raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: socker
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, providing a rich texture and flavor without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaosmör
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder is a dairy product that adds creaminess but is processed and may contain additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: _helmjölkspulver_
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but is refined and may lack nutrients compared to whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: _vetemjöl_
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is made from ground cocoa beans, providing flavor and antioxidants without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: kakaomassa
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder is a dairy product that adds creaminess but is processed and may contain additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: _skummjölkspulver_
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Is Vegetable Fats safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Fats is used here as base. Vegetable fats, including palm and shea, are used for texture but raise concerns about health and environmental impact.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetabiliska fetter (palm, shea)
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Is Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy-derived protein that can enhance nutritional value but is processed and may contain additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: _vasslepulver_ (_mjölk_)
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch is used for texture but is a refined ingredient that may lack nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: _vetestärkelse_
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Is Wheat Malt Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Malt Flour is used here as base. Wheat malt flour adds flavor but is processed and may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: _vetemaltmjöl_
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Is Whey Protein safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Protein is used here as base. Whey protein is a dairy-derived protein that can enhance nutritional value but is processed and may contain additives.
Role in formula: base
Original: _vassleprotein_ (_mjölk_)
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Is Baking Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Baking Powder is used here as leavening agent. Baking powder is a common leavening agent that helps with texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: bakpulver (E500)
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is processed and may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: _sojalecitin_
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is a natural emulsifier that aids in texture but is still processed.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: solroslecitin
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is a natural mineral that enhances flavor and is essential for taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils, including sunflower, coconut, and rapeseed, are used for texture but may raise health concerns depending on processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: vegetabiliska oljor (solros, kokos, raps)
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Is Gum Arabic safe in this snack?
Medium
Gum Arabic is used here as stabilizer. Gum arabic is a natural gum used as a stabilizer but is processed and may not provide significant benefits.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: ytbehandlingsmedel (gummi arabicum)
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Is Shellac safe in this snack?
Bad
Shellac is used here as coating agent. Shellac is a resin used as a coating agent that raises concerns due to its synthetic nature and processing.
Role in formula: coating agent
Original: shellac
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to sugar content and raises health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glukossirap
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Is Aroma safe in this snack?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma, including vanillin, is an artificial flavoring that raises concerns about synthetic additives and lack of natural sources.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arom (bl.a. vanillin)
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: 4054696
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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