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Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
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Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
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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)
Sugar cocoa butter, glucose syrup, whole milk powder, barley mat extract skimmed milk powder, whey powder (milk), palm fat, palm kemer fat wheat fiour, raising agents (E34 E501, E500), emulsifiers (soya lecithin, E476) wheat gluten, lazing agent (gum arabic), natural vanilla favouring sal Suitable for Vegetarians. Get in touch: 9800 $52 0077, @www.mars.co.uk/contact Freepost Mars Wigley Confectionery UK Ltd. Mars Foods Ireland Ltd, PO Box 3856 blin 4. Contact us: https://ire.mars.com/, 18000011. WHITE pesers 74 ge 749 UK ON Do Not Recy - Tim
Detailed analysis: why is Maltesers White not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Maltesers White 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, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar cocoa butter, glucose syrup, whole milk powder, barley mat extract skimmed milk powder, whey powder (milk), palm fat, palm kemer fat wheat fiour, raising agents (E34 E501, E500), emulsifiers (soya lecithin, E476) wheat gluten, lazing agent (gum arabic), natural vanilla favouring sal Suitable for Vegetarians. Get in touch: 9800 $52 0077, @www.mars.co.uk/contact Freepost Mars Wigley Confectionery UK Ltd. Mars Foods Ireland Ltd, PO Box 3856 blin 4. Contact us: https://ire.mars.com/, 18000011. WHITE pesers 74 ge 749 UK ON Do Not Recy - Tim. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Maltesers White contains 500 calories per 100g, with 6.2g of protein, 22.7g of fat, and 67.6g of carbohydrates (56.8g 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 Maltesers White Palm Oil Free?
No, Maltesers White contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
Does Maltesers White contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar cocoa butter, glucose syrup, whole milk powder, barley mat extract skimmed milk powder, whey powder (milk), palm fat, palm kemer fat wheat fiour...
What are the nutritional facts of Maltesers White?
Maltesers White contains 500 calories per 100g, with 6.2g of protein, 67.6g of carbohydrates, and 22.7g of fat.
How much sugar is in Maltesers White?
Maltesers White lists 56.8 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 Maltesers White contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Maltesers White. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.