Is White Maltesers Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Maltesers
Maltesers's White Maltesers 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Palm Fat.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The ingredient list includes sugar and glucose syrup, both of which are processed sweeteners. The presence of palm fat and emulsifiers raises concerns about quality and processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises 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 whole milk powder, providing a dairy component that adds creaminess.
- Includes natural vanilla flavoring, which can enhance the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Presence of palm fat and palm kernel fat indicates reliance on processed fats, which may affect quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
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 Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness of the product, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this dessert?
Medium
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a fat derived from cocoa beans, used for texture and mouthfeel. While it is a natural fat, its processing level can vary.
Role in formula: base
Original: cocoa butter
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar levels in the product, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: glucose syrup
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Is Whole Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whole Milk Powder is used here as base. Whole milk powder adds creaminess and flavor, providing a dairy component that is generally considered a good ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: whole milk powder
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this dessert?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract is used for flavoring and can add a slight sweetness. Its processing level may vary, raising some concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: barley mat extract
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder provides a dairy component with lower fat content, contributing to the product's texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: skimmed milk powder
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Is Whey Powder safe in this dessert?
Good
Whey Powder is used here as base. Whey powder is a byproduct of cheese production, adding protein and creaminess to the product, generally considered a good ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: whey powder (milk)
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Is Palm Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a processed fat that raises concerns about sustainability and health implications due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm fat
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Is Palm Kernel Fat safe in this dessert?
Bad
Palm Kernel Fat is used here as base. Palm kernel fat is derived from the kernel of the palm fruit and is often used for texture. Its processing and health implications are concerning.
Role in formula: base
Original: palm kemer fat
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is a common ingredient that provides structure but is processed and may raise concerns for gluten sensitivity.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat fiour
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Is Raising Agents safe in this dessert?
Medium
Raising Agents is used here as emulsifier. Raising agents like E500 and E501 are used to create texture but are synthetic and raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: raising agents (E34 E501, E500)
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Is Emulsifiers safe in this dessert?
Medium
Emulsifiers is used here as emulsifier. Emulsifiers like soya lecithin and E476 help blend ingredients but are processed and may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: emulsifiers (soya lecithin, E476)
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Is Wheat Gluten safe in this dessert?
Medium
Wheat Gluten is used here as base. Wheat gluten is a protein that provides structure but can be problematic for those with gluten sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: wheat gluten
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Is Gum Arabic safe in this dessert?
Medium
Gum Arabic is used here as thickener. Gum arabic is a natural thickener that helps stabilize the product but is processed and may raise some concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: lazing agent (gum arabic)
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Is Natural Vanilla Flavoring safe in this dessert?
Good
Natural Vanilla Flavoring is used here as flavor. Natural vanilla flavoring enhances the taste profile and is generally considered a good ingredient.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natural vanilla favouring
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Vanilla Flavoring
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: 3925445
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Allergens detected: milk , wheat
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