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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
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.
Ingredients (original text)
Dark chocolate (35.5%) (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, anhydrous milk fat, emulsifiers: soya lecithin, polyglycerol polyricinoleate; vegetable fats: palm, shea, sal, mango, in varying proportions; flavouring), wheat flour, sugar, glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, palm fat, orange pieces (5.5%) (concentrated apple puree, orange juice concentrate (9%), humectant: glycerol; fructose - glucose syrup, glucose syrup, wheat fibre, sugar, starch, palm fat, gelling agent: pectins; acidity regulator: citric acid; flavouring, antioxidant: ascorbic acid; colour: curcumin), grain crisps (4.2%) (rice flour, wheat flour, corn flour, sugar, barley malt extract, salt); orange juice concentrate (2.7%), whole milk powder, humectant: sorbitol syrup; starch, barley malt extract, whey powder (milk), salt, emulsifiers: soya lecithin, mono - and di-glycerides of fatty acids; raising agents: ammonium carbonate, sodium carbonate, diphosphates; flavourings, hazelnuts. Allergy Advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain peanuts and other nuts. Suitable for vegetarians.
Detailed analysis: why is Dark chocolate orange not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Dark chocolate orange 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 fat
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Dark chocolate (35.5%) (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, anhydrous milk fat, emulsifiers: soya lecithin, polyglycerol polyricinoleate; vegetable fats: palm, shea, sal, mango, in varying proportions; flavouring), wheat flour, sugar, glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, palm fat, orange pieces (5.5%) (concentrated apple puree, orange juice concentrate (9%), humectant: glycerol; fructose - glucose syrup, glucose syrup, wheat fibre, sugar, starch, palm fat, gelling agent: pectins; acidity regulator: citric acid; flavouring, antioxidant: ascorbic acid; colour: curcumin), grain crisps (4.2%) (rice flour, wheat flour, corn flour, sugar, barley malt extract, salt); orange juice concentrate (2.7%), whole milk powder, humectant: sorbitol syrup; starch, barley malt extract, whey powder (milk), salt, emulsifiers: soya lecithin, mono - and di-glycerides of fatty acids; raising agents: ammonium carbonate, sodium carbonate, diphosphates; flavourings, hazelnuts. Allergy Advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain peanuts and other nuts. Suitable for vegetarians.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Dark chocolate orange contains 480.8 calories per 100g, with 4.5g of protein, 19.9g of fat, and 70.5g of carbohydrates (44.2g 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 Dark chocolate orange Palm Oil Free?
No, Dark chocolate orange contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm fat.
Does Dark chocolate orange contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Dark chocolate (35.5%) (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, anhydrous milk fat, emulsifiers: soya lecithin, polyglycerol polyricinoleate; vegetable fats:...
What are the nutritional facts of Dark chocolate orange?
Dark chocolate orange contains 480.8 calories per 100g, with 4.5g of protein, 70.5g of carbohydrates, and 19.9g of fat.
How much sugar is in Dark chocolate orange?
Dark chocolate orange lists 44.2 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 Dark chocolate orange contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Dark chocolate orange. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.