Is Swiss Bittersweet Fine Dark Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Lindt
Swiss Bittersweet Fine Dark Chocolate is one of the dessert products analyzed by Zerotox for Lindt. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This chocolate contains sugar and soya lecithin as emulsifier, indicating a processed composition. The presence of sugar raises concerns about high sweetness levels.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This chocolate contains sugar and soya lecithin as emulsifier, indicating a processed composition. The presence of sugar raises concerns about high sweetness levels.
Main concern
Sugar is a refined ingredient that can lead to high sweetness levels, raising quality concerns.
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
- Cocoa butter is a natural fat that contributes to a smooth texture and rich mouthfeel.
- Chocolate provides a deep flavor profile, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Concerns
- Sugar is a refined ingredient that can lead to high sweetness levels, raising quality concerns.
- Soya lecithin is a processed emulsifier that may raise concerns for those avoiding additives.
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 dessert.
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a refined sweetener that enhances flavor but raises concerns about excessive sweetness and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: SUGAR
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Is Chocolate safe in this dessert?
Good
Chocolate is used here as base. Chocolate provides a rich flavor and is a key ingredient in this product, contributing positively to its overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: CHOCOLATE
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat that enhances texture and mouthfeel, supporting the quality of the chocolate.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCOA BUTTER
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Is Soya Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soya Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soya lecithin is used to stabilize the mixture, but its processed nature may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SOYA LECITHIN (EMULSIFIER)
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Is Vanilla safe in this dessert?
Good
Vanilla is used here as flavor. Vanilla adds a natural flavor enhancement, contributing positively to the overall taste profile of the chocolate.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: VANILLA
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: 2434735
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Allergens detected: soy
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