Is Star Wars Biscuits Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Disney
Star Wars Biscuits is one of the snack products analyzed by Zerotox for Disney. 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 Sugar, Inverted Sugar Syrup, Ammonium Carbonate affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like sugar and palm oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sodium bicarbonate and ammonium carbonate as leavening agents indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Includes palm oil, which raises environmental and health concerns due to its saturated fat 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 oat fiber, which can contribute to dietary fiber intake.
- Natural flavoring is used, which is generally preferred over artificial flavors.
Concerns
- Includes palm oil, which raises environmental and health concerns due to its saturated fat content.
- Sugar is a primary ingredient, indicating high sweetness and potential for overconsumption.
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 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 biscuits. However, it is a refined ingredient, raising concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Farine de _blé_
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, contributing to high caloric content without nutritional benefits. Its presence raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sucre
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Is Vegetable Oils safe in this snack?
Medium
Vegetable Oils is used here as base. Vegetable oils, including palm and coconut, are used for texture and moisture. However, palm oil is associated with health and environmental issues.
Role in formula: base
Original: huiles végétale (palme, cota, noix de coco)
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Is Oat Fiber safe in this snack?
Good
Oat Fiber is used here as base. Oat fiber is included for texture and can contribute to dietary fiber intake, which is beneficial for digestive health.
Role in formula: base
Original: fibre d'_avoine_
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Is Inverted Sugar Syrup safe in this snack?
Bad
Inverted Sugar Syrup is used here as sweetener. Inverted sugar syrup is a processed sweetener that can increase sweetness and moisture but adds no nutritional value.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sirop de suce inverti
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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 ingredient that adds protein and flavor but may pose issues for those with lactose intolerance.
Role in formula: base
Original: poudre de lactosérum (_lait_)
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Is Ammonium Carbonate safe in this snack?
Bad
Ammonium Carbonate is used here as leavening agent. Ammonium carbonate is a leavening agent that helps the biscuits rise. It is a synthetic compound that raises concerns about processed ingredients.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonate d'ammonium
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Is Sodium Bicarbonate safe in this snack?
Medium
Sodium Bicarbonate is used here as leavening agent. Sodium bicarbonate is another leavening agent that helps create a light texture. While common, it indicates a processed nature.
Role in formula: leavening agent
Original: carbonate de sodium (E503, E500)
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Is Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Lecithin is used as an emulsifier to improve texture and shelf life. It is derived from soy or egg, which may concern some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: émulsifiant : lécithine (E322)
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavoring is used to enhance taste, which is generally preferred over artificial flavors, but its exact composition is often unclear.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: arôme naturel
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt is added for flavor enhancement and is a common ingredient in baked goods, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: sel
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: 4011703
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Allergens detected: milk
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