Is Swiss Rocks Dark Chocolate Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Pancracio
Pancracio's Swiss Rocks Dark Chocolate is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes dark chocolate (64% cocoa) with sugar and soy lecithin as an emulsifier. The presence of multiple sugars and emulsifiers raises moderate quality concerns.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes dark chocolate (64% cocoa) with sugar and soy lecithin as an emulsifier. The presence of multiple sugars and emulsifiers raises moderate quality concerns.
Main concern
Includes multiple sugars (white sugar, inverted sugar) which may raise concerns about excessive sweetness.
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 64% cocoa in dark chocolate, indicating a higher cocoa content which is generally favorable.
- Natural vanilla aroma enhances flavor without synthetic additives, contributing positively to quality.
Concerns
- Includes multiple sugars (white sugar, inverted sugar) which may raise concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Soy lecithin is a processed emulsifier that, while common, can be viewed as a negative in terms of ingredient purity.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is the primary ingredient in dark chocolate, providing rich flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: pasta de cacao
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the chocolate, but its high presence can lead to concerns about overall sweetness and health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: azúcar
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter adds creaminess and smooth texture to the chocolate, enhancing mouthfeel without negative implications.
Role in formula: base
Original: manteca de cacao
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this dessert?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is used to stabilize the chocolate mixture, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulgente: lecitina de soja
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavor safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavor enhances the overall taste profile of the chocolate without synthetic additives, supporting quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma natural de vainilla
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Is Caramelized Almond safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramelized Almond is used here as flavor. Caramelized almonds add texture and sweetness, but the added sugars in the caramelization process may raise concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: almendra caramelizada (almendra, agua, azúcar blanco, azúcar invertido)
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Is Caramelized Hazelnut safe in this dessert?
Medium
Caramelized Hazelnut is used here as flavor. Caramelized hazelnuts contribute to flavor and texture, but similar to almonds, they contain added sugars that may be excessive.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: avellana caramelizada (avellana, agua, azúcar blanco, azúcar invertido)
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: 4180393
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Allergens detected: almond , hazelnut
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