Hershey's Milk Chocolate

Hershey's Milk Chocolate

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Target diet: Vegan

Hershey's Milk Chocolate · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 3 more.

  • milk
  • lactose
  • milk fat
  • Milk (allergen data)

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

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

sugarmilkchocolatecocoa butterlactosemilk fatlecithinPGPR [emulsifier

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, lactose, milk fat
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
516 kcal
Fat
29 g
Saturated fat
19.3 g
high
Carbohydrates
61.3 g
Sugars
56.4 g
high
Fibre
3.2 g
Protein
6.5 g
Salt
0.2 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.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

sugar, milk, chocolate, cocoa butter, lactose, milk fat, lecithin, PGPR [emulsifier]

Detailed analysis: why is Hershey's Milk Chocolate not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Hershey's Milk Chocolate is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • lactose
  • milk fat
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: sugar, milk, chocolate, cocoa butter, lactose, milk fat, lecithin, PGPR [emulsifier]. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Hershey's Milk Chocolate contains 516 calories per 100g, with 6.5g of protein, 29g of fat, and 61.3g of carbohydrates (56.4g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-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 Hershey's Milk Chocolate Vegan?

No, Hershey's Milk Chocolate is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, lactose, milk fat and others.

Does Hershey's Milk Chocolate contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, milk, chocolate, cocoa butter, lactose, milk fat, lecithin, PGPR [emulsifier]

What are the nutritional facts of Hershey's Milk Chocolate?

Hershey's Milk Chocolate contains 516 calories per 100g, with 6.5g of protein, 61.3g of carbohydrates, and 29g of fat.

How much sugar is in Hershey's Milk Chocolate?

Hershey's Milk Chocolate lists 56.4 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 Hershey's Milk Chocolate ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Hershey's Milk Chocolate is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Hershey's Milk Chocolate on a Vegan diet?

No, Hershey's Milk Chocolate is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.