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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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What we checked
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars, low in salt. 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)
dark chocolate coated seu filled cake ingredients: pastorized milk (21,5%), dark chocolate 20% (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, emulgator: lecithin (soy), flavors), sugar, vegetable oil (palm), wheat flour, fatty milk powder, dextrose, fat-reduced cocoa powder (2%), eggs, glucose fructose syrup, skim milk powder, yeast, flavorings, emulsifiers (mono and diglycerides of fatty acids), salt, cocoa dry matter in dark chocolate minimum 35%,
Detailed analysis: why is Pingui not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Pingui 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: dark chocolate coated seu filled cake ingredients: pastorized milk (21,5%), dark chocolate 20% (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, emulgator: lecithin (soy), flavors), sugar, vegetable oil (palm), wheat flour, fatty milk powder, dextrose, fat-reduced cocoa powder (2%), eggs, glucose fructose syrup, skim milk powder, yeast, flavorings, emulsifiers (mono and diglycerides of fatty acids), salt, cocoa dry matter in dark chocolate minimum 35%,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Pingui contains 450 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 29.7g of fat, and 37.8g of carbohydrates (33.1g 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 Pingui Palm Oil Free?
No, Pingui contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
Does Pingui contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: dark chocolate coated seu filled cake ingredients: pastorized milk (21,5%), dark chocolate 20% (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, emulgator: lecithin (...
What are the nutritional facts of Pingui?
Pingui contains 450 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 37.8g of carbohydrates, and 29.7g of fat.
How much sugar is in Pingui?
Pingui lists 33.1 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 Pingui ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Pingui is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Pingui contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Pingui. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.