special toffee (original)

special toffee (original)

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Target diet: Vegan

special toffee (original) · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 5 more.

  • milk
  • lactose
  • butter
  • whole milk
  • condensed milk
  • 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

NUTRITION Sugarglucose syrupsugarlactoseMILKpalm fatbutterrapeseed oil

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
496 kcal
Fat
27.8 g
Saturated fat
15.2 g
high
Carbohydrates
46.8 g
Sugars
27.8 g
high
Protein
1.8 g
Salt
0.5 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars. 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)

NUTRITION Sugar, glucose syrup, Typical Values Per 100 c Sweetened condensed milk Energy 2074 k 496 kca 27.8 g [whole MILK, sugar, lactose (MILK)], palm fat, butter (MILK), rapeseed oil, brown sugar [sugar, molasses], invert sugar syrup, salt, sea salt, flavouring, emulsifier (E471). Fat

Detailed analysis: why is special toffee (original) not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that special toffee (original) is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • lactose
  • butter
  • whole milk
  • condensed milk
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: NUTRITION Sugar, glucose syrup, Typical Values Per 100 c Sweetened condensed milk Energy 2074 k 496 kca 27.8 g [whole MILK, sugar, lactose (MILK)], palm fat, butter (MILK), rapeseed oil, brown sugar [sugar, molasses], invert sugar syrup, salt, sea salt, flavouring, emulsifier (E471). Fat. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

special toffee (original) contains 496 calories per 100g, with 1.8g of protein, 27.8g of fat, and 46.8g of carbohydrates (27.8g 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 special toffee (original) Vegan?

No, special toffee (original) is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, lactose, butter and others.

Does special toffee (original) contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: NUTRITION Sugar, glucose syrup, Typical Values Per 100 c Sweetened condensed milk Energy 2074 k 496 kca 27.8 g [whole MILK, sugar, lactose (MILK)], pa...

What are the nutritional facts of special toffee (original)?

special toffee (original) contains 496 calories per 100g, with 1.8g of protein, 46.8g of carbohydrates, and 27.8g of fat.

How much sugar is in special toffee (original)?

special toffee (original) lists 27.8 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 toffee (original) ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, special toffee (original) is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat special toffee (original) on a Vegan diet?

No, special toffee (original) is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.