Simply Nutty Bars, Dark Chocolate, Nuts And Sea Salt Bars product image with 70/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Simply Nutty Bars, Dark Chocolate, Nuts And Sea Salt Bars Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Trader Joe's

Simply Nutty Bars, Dark Chocolate, Nuts And Sea Salt Bars is a snack from Trader Joe's. It has a Zerotox safety score of 70/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Vegetable Glycerin.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

The ingredient composition includes dark chocolate and various nuts, but also contains expeller pressed canola oil and vegetable glycerin, which raise moderate concerns about processing and quality.

Main concern

Expeller pressed canola oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.

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 a variety of nuts like peanuts, almonds, and walnuts, providing healthy fats and nutrients.
  • Dark chocolate is included, which can offer some antioxidant benefits.
  • Honey serves as a natural sweetener, adding flavor without synthetic alternatives.

Concerns

  • Expeller pressed canola oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.
  • Vegetable glycerin is a synthetic ingredient that can be derived from various sources, raising questions about its processing.
  • Pea protein isolate and crisp rice may indicate a level of processing that detracts from overall ingredient quality.

Who should avoid this product?

This snack may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 4246332

More from this brand: Trader Joe's products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: peanut , tree_nut

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Frequently asked questions

This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The ingredient composition includes dark chocolate and various nuts, but also contains expeller pressed canola oil and vegetable glycerin, which raise moderate concerns about processing and quality. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Trader Joe's — Simply Nutty Bars, Dark Chocolate, Nuts And Sea Salt Bars has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Trader Joe's products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: peanut, tree_nut. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Trader Joe's — Simply Nutty Bars, Dark Chocolate, Nuts And Sea Salt Bars has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: Expeller pressed canola oil is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality and sourcing.; Vegetable glycerin is a synthetic ingredient that can be derived from various sources, raising questions about its processing.; Pea protein isolate and crisp rice may indicate a level of processing that detracts from overall ingredient quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Contains a variety of nuts like peanuts, almonds, and walnuts, providing healthy fats and nutrients.; Dark chocolate is included, which can offer some antioxidant benefits.; Honey serves as a natural sweetener, adding flavor without synthetic alternatives.. See the Pros section above.
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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Zerotox gives Trader Joe's — Simply Nutty Bars, Dark Chocolate, Nuts And Sea Salt Bars a safety score of 70 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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