Is Twist Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Marabou
Twist is a snack from Marabou. It has a Zerotox safety score of 45/100, which means it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Palm Oil, Potassium Sorbate.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The ingredient analysis reveals several synthetic additives, including E202 (potassium sorbate) as a preservative and E153 as a colorant. These raise significant quality concerns regarding the overall composition.
Main concern
Presence of E202 (potassium sorbate) as a synthetic preservative raises safety 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
- Contains cocoa mass and cocoa butter, which are good quality ingredients contributing to flavor.
- Includes honey, a natural sweetener that adds flavor and complexity to the product.
Concerns
- Presence of E202 (potassium sorbate) as a synthetic preservative raises safety concerns.
- Includes multiple emulsifiers (E471, E476, E442) which may indicate a highly processed composition.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that enhances flavor but contributes to high caloric content and potential health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sokeri
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Is Starch Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Starch Syrup is used here as sweetener. Starch syrup is used for sweetness and texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns about quality.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: tärkkelyssiirappi
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Is Palm Oil safe in this snack?
Bad
Palm Oil is used here as base. Palm oil is a highly processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: palmu
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Is Cocoa Mass safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Mass is used here as base. Cocoa mass is a high-quality ingredient that provides rich flavor and is a key component in chocolate products.
Role in formula: base
Original: kaakaomassa
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Is Milk Concentrate safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Concentrate is used here as base. Milk concentrate adds creaminess and flavor but is a processed dairy ingredient that may raise concerns for some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: _maitotiiviste_
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat derived from cocoa beans, contributing to texture and mouthfeel in chocolate products.
Role in formula: base
Original: kaakaovoi
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Is Milk Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Milk Powder is used here as base. Milk powder is a processed dairy ingredient that adds flavor and creaminess but may raise concerns for lactose-intolerant individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: _maitojauhe_
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Is Whey Powder safe in this snack?
Medium
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a dairy byproduct that adds protein and flavor but is processed and may not be suitable for all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: herajauhe (_maito_)
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Is Coconut safe in this snack?
Good
Coconut is used here as base. Coconut adds flavor and texture, and is a natural ingredient that can provide some health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: kookos
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Is Honey safe in this snack?
Good
Honey is used here as sweetener. Honey is a natural sweetener that adds flavor and has some potential health benefits compared to refined sugars.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: hunaja
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Is Licorice Root Extract safe in this snack?
Good
Licorice Root Extract is used here as flavor. Licorice root extract adds a unique flavor profile and is a natural ingredient, enhancing the product's complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: lakritsijuuriuute
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Is Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and is a common ingredient in many food products, contributing to overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: suola
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this snack?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: E202
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: 4094893
More from this brand: Marabou products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , nuts
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