Is Rem Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Mondelez International
Rem is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Mondelez International. 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 Palm Oil, Glucose Syrup, Ammonium Bicarbonate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes wheat flour, sugar, and palm oil, which raise concerns about processed ingredients. The presence of glucose syrup and emulsifier (sunflower lecithin) indicates a mix of natural and processed components, affecting overall quality and safety assessment.
Main concern
Contains palm oil, which raises environmental sustainability concerns due to deforestation and habitat destruction.
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 sunflower lecithin, a natural emulsifier that helps maintain product consistency without synthetic additives.
- Includes cocoa powder, which adds flavor and is a minimally processed ingredient contributing to the overall taste.
Concerns
- Contains palm oil, which raises environmental sustainability concerns due to deforestation and habitat destruction.
- Includes glucose syrup, a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to high glycemic index issues.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this snack.
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour serves as the primary ingredient providing structure and texture to the snack. While it is a staple ingredient, its refined nature raises concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farine de blé
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its refined nature and high glycemic index raise concerns about excessive consumption and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is used for texture and moisture but is associated with significant environmental concerns, including deforestation and habitat loss.
Role in formula: base
Original: huiles végétales (palme, palmiste)
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Is Cocoa Powder safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Powder is used here as flavor. Cocoa powder adds flavor and is a minimally processed ingredient, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cacao maigre en poudre
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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 can lead to rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, raising concerns about its inclusion in the product.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de glucose
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Is Rice Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch is used as a thickening agent, providing texture but is a processed ingredient that may not offer significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de riz
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Is Wheat Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Wheat Starch is used here as thickener. Wheat starch serves as a thickening agent, contributing to texture but is also a processed ingredient with limited nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: amidon de blé
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Is Ammonium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Bad
Ammonium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Ammonium bicarbonate is a leavening agent that helps the product rise but is a synthetic compound that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonate acide d'ammonium
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Bad
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is another leavening agent that contributes to the product's texture but is a synthetic compound with potential health concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonate acide de sodium
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Is Disodium Diphosphate safe in this snack?
Bad
Disodium Diphosphate is used here as leavening agent. Disodium diphosphate is a leavening agent that helps with texture but is a synthetic additive that raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: diphosphate disodique
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a natural ingredient, contributing positively to the overall taste profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sel
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Is Sunflower Lecithin safe in this snack?
Good
Sunflower Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Sunflower lecithin is a natural emulsifier that helps blend ingredients and maintain consistency without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant (lécithinę de tournesol)
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Is Vanilla Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Vanilla flavor is added for taste enhancement but may be artificial, raising concerns about flavoring agents in the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme vanille
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: 2375729
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Allergens detected: egg , milk
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