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palm oil.
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is 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)
Milk chocolate (sugar, modified milk ingredients, cocoa butter, unsweetened chocolate, soy lecithin, polyglycerol, polyricinoleate, natural flavour), Wheat flour, Sugar, Modified palm oil, Cocoa, Baking soda, Soy lecithin, Yeast, Natural flavour, Protease, Xylanase
Detailed analysis: why is KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar 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: Milk chocolate (sugar, modified milk ingredients, cocoa butter, unsweetened chocolate, soy lecithin, polyglycerol, polyricinoleate, natural flavour), Wheat flour, Sugar, Modified palm oil, Cocoa, Baking soda, Soy lecithin, Yeast, Natural flavour, Protease, Xylanase. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar contains 511 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 27g of fat, and 64g of carbohydrates (51g 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 KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar Palm Oil Free?
No, KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Milk chocolate (sugar, modified milk ingredients, cocoa butter, unsweetened chocolate, soy lecithin, polyglycerol, polyricinoleate, natural flavour), ...
What are the nutritional facts of KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar?
KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar contains 511 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 64g of carbohydrates, and 27g of fat.
How much sugar is in KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar?
KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar lists 51 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 KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of KitKat Original Recipe Wafer Bar. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.