Is Reese's Mix-Ins Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Reese's
Reese's Mix-Ins is a snack from Reese's. It has a Zerotox safety score of 55/100, which means it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Sugar, Palm Oil, Carrageenan.
55 / 100
Why score is 55
The composition includes several problematic ingredients such as palm oil and carrageenan, which raise quality and safety concerns. The presence of hydrogenated oils also indicates a highly processed product.
Main concern
Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health effects.
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 chocolate and cream, which provide a rich flavor profile.
- Includes peanuts, adding a source of protein and texture.
Concerns
- Palm oil is present, raising concerns about sustainability and health effects.
- Carrageenan is included, which has been linked to digestive issues in some studies.
- Hydrogenated vegetable oil may contain trans fats, posing health risks.
- High sugar content from multiple sources could lead to health concerns.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack 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 snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Water safe in this snack?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a solvent in this product, helping to dissolve and blend other ingredients effectively.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eau
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Is Milk Chocolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Chocolate is used here as flavor. Milk chocolate adds sweetness and creaminess, but its high sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: chocolat au LAIT
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Is Cream safe in this snack?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream contributes to the product's richness and mouthfeel, but its high fat content may be a concern for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: CRÈME
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a primary sweetener, contributing to high caloric content and potential health risks associated with excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder adds creaminess and protein but may not provide the same richness as whole milk products.
Role in formula: base
Original: LAIT écrémé en poudre
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as emulsifier. Palm oil is used for texture and stability but raises concerns regarding health effects and environmental sustainability.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: huile de palme
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Is Reduced Fat Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Reduced Fat Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Reduced-fat cocoa powder provides chocolate flavor with lower fat content, but may lack the richness of full-fat cocoa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao allégé en poudre
Read the full ingredient profile for Reduced Fat Cocoa Powder
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Is Modified Corn Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Modified Corn Starch is used here as stabilizer. Modified corn starch acts as a thickener and stabilizer, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: amidon de maïs modifié
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Is Mono And Diglycerides safe in this snack?
Medium
Mono And Diglycerides is used here as emulsifier. These emulsifiers help blend ingredients but are often derived from partially hydrogenated oils, which may pose health risks.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: mono et diglycérides d'acides gras
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Is Carrageenan safe in this snack?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as stabilizer. Carrageenan is used for texture but has been associated with digestive issues, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: carraghénane
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be consumed in moderation to avoid health risks.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Guar Gum safe in this snack?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as thickener. Guar gum is a natural thickener that improves texture but may cause digestive discomfort in some individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: gomme de guar
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Is Partially Defatted Peanuts safe in this snack?
Good
Partially Defatted Peanuts is used here as flavor. Partially defatted peanuts add flavor and texture, providing some nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ARACHIDE partiellement dégraissée
Read the full ingredient profile for Partially Defatted Peanuts
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as emulsifier. Hydrogenated vegetable oil is used for texture but may contain trans fats, which are linked to various health issues.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: huile végétale hydrogénée
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Is Soy Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Oil is used here as emulsifier. Soy oil is used for texture and stability but may raise concerns for those with soy allergies.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: huile de SOJA
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Is Corn Syrup Solids safe in this snack?
Bad
Corn Syrup Solids is used here as sweetener. Corn syrup solids are a concentrated source of sugar, contributing to high sweetness and potential health risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Extraits secs de sirop de maïs
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Is Dextrose safe in this snack?
Bad
Dextrose is used here as sweetener. Dextrose is a simple sugar that adds sweetness but can lead to rapid spikes in blood sugar levels.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: dextrose
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Is Reduced Protein Whey safe in this snack?
Medium
Reduced Protein Whey is used here as base. Reduced-protein whey adds creaminess and some protein but may not provide the same benefits as higher-protein options.
Role in formula: base
Original: lactosérum à teneur réduite en protéines
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Is Vanillin safe in this snack?
Medium
Vanillin is used here as flavor. Vanillin is a synthetic flavoring agent that provides vanilla flavor but may not have the same quality as natural vanilla.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme vanilline
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: 3786179
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Allergens detected: peanut , milk , soy , gluten
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