Yes, you can.
No palm oil, palm kernel oil or palm fat is named in the ingredients list.
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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)
SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, LECITHIN (SOY), PGPR, NATURAL FLAVOR.
Detailed analysis: Special Dark and the palm oil-free diet
Based on our analysis of the ingredients list, Special Dark appears to be compatible with a palm oil-free diet. Our automated system did not detect any ingredients that are typically restricted in this dietary lifestyle.
The ingredients provided are: SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, LECITHIN (SOY), PGPR, NATURAL FLAVOR.. It's always recommended to double-check the product packaging for the most current information, as formulations can change.
Nutritional profile
Special Dark contains 467 calories per 100g. It provides 6.7g of protein, 30g of fat, (including 53.3g of sugar).
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data. Always verify product labels and consult with healthcare professionals if you have specific dietary concerns or medical conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Special Dark Palm Oil Free?
Yes, Special Dark contains no palm oil according to its ingredients list: no palm oil, palm kernel oil or palm fat is named, and the fats that are listed are identified by plant. Always double-check the label, as formulations can change.
Does Special Dark contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, MILK FAT, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, LECITHIN (SOY), PGPR, NATURAL FLAVOR.
What are the nutritional facts of Special Dark?
Special Dark contains 467 calories per 100g, with 6.7g of protein, and 30g of fat.
How much sugar is in Special Dark?
Special Dark lists 53.3 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 Special Dark ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Special Dark is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Special Dark contain palm oil?
No palm oil is listed. Special Dark names its fats by plant and none of them is palm, so it fits a palm oil free shopping list. Verify the pack, as recipes change.