Special Dark

Special Dark

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Special Dark · Palm Oil Free

Yes, you can.

No palm oil, palm kernel oil or palm fat is named in the ingredients list.

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

SUGARCHOCOLATECOCOA BUTTERCOCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALIMILK FAT2% LECITHINSOYPGPR

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientsNone named
Open Food Facts analysisMarked palm oil free

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
487.8 kcal
Fat
29.3 g
Saturated fat
19.5 g
high
Sugars
53.7 g
high
Fibre
7.3 g
Protein
4.9 g
Salt
0 g
low

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.

Ingredients (original text)

SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, MILK FAT, 2% 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, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, MILK FAT, 2% 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 487.8 calories per 100g. It provides 4.9g of protein, 29.3g of fat, (including 53.7g 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.

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, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, MILK FAT, 2% LECITHIN (SOY), PGPR, NATURAL FLAVOR.

What are the nutritional facts of Special Dark?

Special Dark contains 487.8 calories per 100g, with 4.9g of protein, and 29.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Special Dark?

Special Dark lists 53.7 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 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.