Chocolate

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Chocolate · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm kernel, and 1 more.

  • palm kernel
  • palm kernel oil

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

palm kernel

On the label

Sugarnonfat dry milksoy lecithinan emulsifierdistilled mono glyceridescocoa powderprocessed with alkalimilk

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientspalm kernel, palm kernel oil
Open Food Facts analysisMarked palm oil free

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
394 kcal
Fat
15.2 g
Saturated fat
15.2 g
high
Carbohydrates
54.6 g
Sugars
42.4 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
6.1 g
Salt
0.7 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars. 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.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Sugar, partially hydrogenatd palm kernel oil, nonfat dry milk, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), distilled mono glycerides, cocoa powder (processed with alkali), milk, dipotassium phosphate, carrageenan, vitamin d3, corn syrup, invertase, cream, hydrogenated coconut oil, butter (cream & salt), natural & artificial flavors, propylene glycol, glycerol, flavors, water, glycerol triacetate, caramel color, titanium, dioxide, artificial color (red 40).

Detailed analysis: why is Chocolate not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Chocolate 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 kernel
  • palm kernel oil

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, partially hydrogenatd palm kernel oil, nonfat dry milk, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), distilled mono glycerides, cocoa powder (processed with alkali), milk, dipotassium phosphate, carrageenan, vitamin d3, corn syrup, invertase, cream, hydrogenated coconut oil, butter (cream & salt), natural & artificial flavors, propylene glycol, glycerol, flavors, water, glycerol triacetate, caramel color, titanium, dioxide, artificial color (red 40).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Chocolate contains 394 calories per 100g, with 6.1g of protein, 15.2g of fat, and 54.6g of carbohydrates (42.4g 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 Chocolate Palm Oil Free?

No, Chocolate contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm kernel, palm kernel oil.

Does Chocolate contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, partially hydrogenatd palm kernel oil, nonfat dry milk, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), distilled mono glycerides, cocoa powder (processed with a...

What are the nutritional facts of Chocolate?

Chocolate contains 394 calories per 100g, with 6.1g of protein, 54.6g of carbohydrates, and 15.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Chocolate?

Chocolate lists 42.4 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).

Is Chocolate ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Chocolate is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Does Chocolate contain palm oil?

Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Chocolate. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.