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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, 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)
skimmed milk, water, sugar, inverted sugar syrup, maltodextrins (fibres), whey powder, glucose syrup, vegetable oils (palm, coconut), cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa paste, wheat flour, milk fat, emulsifiers (mono - and fatty acid diglycerides, lecithins), rice starch, stabilizers (carob seed flour, guar gum, carraenanes), natural aromas, natural flavourings , coating agents (shellac, camauba wax, beeswax), spirulina concentrate, fruit and plant concentrate (carthame, radishes, black carrot, lemon, hibiscus), dredged milk chocolate candy: 18,5%
Detailed analysis: why is Smarties Pop'up not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Smarties Pop'up 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: skimmed milk, water, sugar, inverted sugar syrup, maltodextrins (fibres), whey powder, glucose syrup, vegetable oils (palm, coconut), cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa paste, wheat flour, milk fat, emulsifiers (mono - and fatty acid diglycerides, lecithins), rice starch, stabilizers (carob seed flour, guar gum, carraenanes), natural aromas, natural flavourings , coating agents (shellac, camauba wax, beeswax), spirulina concentrate, fruit and plant concentrate (carthame, radishes, black carrot, lemon, hibiscus), dredged milk chocolate candy: 18,5%. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Smarties Pop'up contains 211 calories per 100g, with 2.7g of protein, 7.5g of fat, and 31g of carbohydrates (26g 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 Smarties Pop'up Palm Oil Free?
No, Smarties Pop'up contains palm oil: the ingredients list names Palm oil, flagged by the Open Food Facts ingredient analysis.
Does Smarties Pop'up contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: skimmed milk, water, sugar, inverted sugar syrup, maltodextrins (fibres), whey powder, glucose syrup, vegetable oils (palm, coconut), cocoa butter, sk...
What are the nutritional facts of Smarties Pop'up?
Smarties Pop'up contains 211 calories per 100g, with 2.7g of protein, 31g of carbohydrates, and 7.5g of fat.
How much sugar is in Smarties Pop'up?
Smarties Pop'up lists 26 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 Smarties Pop'up ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Smarties Pop'up is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Smarties Pop'up contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Smarties Pop'up. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.