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oil palm.
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oil palm
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What we checked
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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)
milk chocolate, sugar, cocoa mass cocoa butter, dried whey milk, dried skimmed milk, butter oil, vegetable fat sal and or shea, palm emulsifier, soya lecithin, natural flavouring, wheat flour, calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin, vegetable oil palm, sugar, glucose syrup, raising agent, sodium bicarbonate, disodium, diphosphate, ammonium bicarbonate, salt natural mint flavouring
Detailed analysis: why is McVitie’s Club Mint not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that McVitie’s Club Mint is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- oil palm
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: milk chocolate, sugar, cocoa mass cocoa butter, dried whey milk, dried skimmed milk, butter oil, vegetable fat sal and or shea, palm emulsifier, soya lecithin, natural flavouring, wheat flour, calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin, vegetable oil palm, sugar, glucose syrup, raising agent, sodium bicarbonate, disodium, diphosphate, ammonium bicarbonate, salt natural mint flavouring. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
McVitie’s Club Mint contains 521.5 calories per 100g, with 5.9g of protein, 26.8g of fat, and 62.7g of carbohydrates (41.8g 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 McVitie’s Club Mint Palm Oil Free?
No, McVitie’s Club Mint contains palm oil: the ingredients list names oil palm.
Does McVitie’s Club Mint contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: milk chocolate, sugar, cocoa mass cocoa butter, dried whey milk, dried skimmed milk, butter oil, vegetable fat sal and or shea, palm emulsifier, soya ...
What are the nutritional facts of McVitie’s Club Mint?
McVitie’s Club Mint contains 521.5 calories per 100g, with 5.9g of protein, 62.7g of carbohydrates, and 26.8g of fat.
How much sugar is in McVitie’s Club Mint?
McVitie’s Club Mint lists 41.8 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 McVitie’s Club Mint contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of McVitie’s Club Mint. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.