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palm oil.
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars, low in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Ingredients (original text)
caramel (48%) [invert sugar syrup, glucose syrup, palm oil, sweetened condensed milk (milk, sugar), sugar, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), salt], milk chocolate (36%) (sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, whole milk powder, milk fat, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), flavouring), wafer (16%) [wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), soya flour, sugar, sunflower oil, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), salt, raising agent: sodium carbonates, cornflour]
Detailed analysis: why is Caramel Wafer Bars not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Caramel Wafer Bars is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- palm oil
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: caramel (48%) [invert sugar syrup, glucose syrup, palm oil, sweetened condensed milk (milk, sugar), sugar, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), salt], milk chocolate (36%) (sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, whole milk powder, milk fat, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), flavouring), wafer (16%) [wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), soya flour, sugar, sunflower oil, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), salt, raising agent: sodium carbonates, cornflour]. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Caramel Wafer Bars contains 484 calories per 100g, with 5.4g of protein, 22.1g of fat, and 63.9g of carbohydrates (35.4g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Caramel Wafer Bars Palm Oil Free?
No, Caramel Wafer Bars contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does Caramel Wafer Bars contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: caramel (48%) [invert sugar syrup, glucose syrup, palm oil, sweetened condensed milk (milk, sugar), sugar, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), salt], milk c...
What are the nutritional facts of Caramel Wafer Bars?
Caramel Wafer Bars contains 484 calories per 100g, with 5.4g of protein, 63.9g of carbohydrates, and 22.1g of fat.
How much sugar is in Caramel Wafer Bars?
Caramel Wafer Bars lists 35.4 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Does Caramel Wafer Bars contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Caramel Wafer Bars. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.