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Bites - American Licorice Company

Bites - American Licorice Company

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Barcode: 0041364087382 (EAN / EAN-13) 041364087382 (UPC / UPC-A)

Brands: American Licorice Company

Brand owner: American Licorice Company

Categories: Snacks, Sweet snacks, Confectioneries, Candies

Countries where sold: United States

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Ingredients

16 ingredients

Corn syrup, sugar, wheat flour, citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, modified food starch, palm oil, glyceryl monostearate, sodium citrate, glycerin, artificial flavor, artificial colors (yellow 5, yellow 6, red 40).

Allergens: Gluten

Food processing

Ultra processed foods
Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

Additive: E102 - Tartrazine

Additive: E110 - Sunset yellow FCF

Additive: E129 - Allura red

Additive: E422 - Glycerol

Additive: E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

Ingredient: Colour

Ingredient: Flavouring
Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:

Unprocessed or minimally processed foods

Processed culinary ingredients

Processed foods

Ultra processed foods

The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.

→ Learn more about the NOVA classification

Additives

E102 - Tartrazine

Tartrazine: Tartrazine is a synthetic lemon yellow azo dye primarily used as a food coloring. It is also known as E number E102, C.I. 19140, FD&C Yellow 5, Acid Yellow 23, Food Yellow 4, and trisodium 1--4-sulfonatophenyl--4--4-sulfonatophenylazo--5-pyrazolone-3-carboxylate-.Tartrazine is a commonly used color all over the world, mainly for yellow, and can also be used with Brilliant Blue FCF -FD&C Blue 1, E133- or Green S -E142- to produce various green shades.
Source: Wikipedia

E110 - Sunset yellow FCF

Sunset Yellow FCF: Sunset Yellow FCF -also known as Orange Yellow S, or C.I. 15985- is a petroleum-derived orange azo dye with a pH dependent maximum absorption at about 480 nm at pH 1 and 443 nm at pH 13 with a shoulder at 500 nm. When added to foods sold in the US it is known as FD&C Yellow 6; when sold in Europe, it is denoted by E Number E110.
Source: Wikipedia

E129 - Allura red

Allura Red AC: Allura Red AC is a red azo dye that goes by several names, including FD&C Red 40. It is used as a food dye and has the E number E129. It is usually supplied as its red sodium salt, but can also be used as the calcium and potassium salts. These salts are soluble in water. In solution, its maximum absorbance lies at about 504 nm.
Source: Wikipedia

E296 - Malic acid

Malic acid: Malic acid is an organic compound with the molecular formula C4H6O5. It is a dicarboxylic acid that is made by all living organisms, contributes to the pleasantly sour taste of fruits, and is used as a food additive. Malic acid has two stereoisomeric forms -L- and D-enantiomers-, though only the L-isomer exists naturally. The salts and esters of malic acid are known as malates. The malate anion is an intermediate in the citric acid cycle.
Source: Wikipedia

E330 - Citric acid

Citric acid is a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

It is widely used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative due to its tart and refreshing taste.

Citric acid is safe for consumption when used in moderation and is considered a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive by regulatory agencies worldwide.

E331 - Sodium citrates

Sodium citrate: Sodium citrate may refer to any of the sodium salts of citrate -though most commonly the third-: Monosodium citrate Disodium citrate Trisodium citrateThe three forms of the salt are collectively known by the E number E331. Sodium citrates are used as acidity regulators in food and drinks, and also as emulsifiers for oils. They enable cheeses to melt without becoming greasy.
Source: Wikipedia

E334 - L(+)-tartaric acid

Tartaric acid: Tartaric acid is a white, crystalline organic acid that occurs naturally in many fruits, most notably in grapes, but also in bananas, tamarinds, and citrus. Its salt, potassium bitartrate, commonly known as cream of tartar, develops naturally in the process of winemaking. It is commonly mixed with sodium bicarbonate and is sold as baking powder used as a leavening agent in food preparation. The acid itself is added to foods as an antioxidant and to impart its distinctive sour taste. Tartaric is an alpha-hydroxy-carboxylic acid, is diprotic and aldaric in acid characteristics, and is a dihydroxyl derivative of succinic acid.
Source: Wikipedia

E422 - Glycerol

Glycerol: Glycerol -; also called glycerine or glycerin; see spelling differences- is a simple polyol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is found in all lipids known as triglycerides. It is widely used in the food industry as a sweetener and humectant and in pharmaceutical formulations. Glycerol has three hydroxyl groups that are responsible for its solubility in water and its hygroscopic nature.
Source: Wikipedia

E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), are food additives commonly used as emulsifiers in various processed foods.

These compounds consist of glycerol molecules linked to one or two fatty acid chains, which help stabilize and blend water and oil-based ingredients. E471 enhances the texture and shelf life of products like margarine, baked goods, and ice cream, ensuring a smooth and consistent texture.

It is generally considered safe for consumption within established regulatory limits.

Ingredients analysis

Palm oil

Ingredients that contain palm oil: Palm oil

Vegan status unknown
Unrecognized ingredients: Sodium citrate

Vegetarian status unknown
Unrecognized ingredients: Sodium citrate

The analysis is based solely on the ingredients listed and does not take into account processing methods.

Details of the analysis of the ingredients
: Corn syrup, sugar, wheat flour, citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, modified food starch, palm oil, glyceryl monostearate, sodium citrate, glycerin, artificial flavor, artificial colors (yellow 5, yellow 6, red 40)
Corn syrup -> en:corn-syrup - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31089 - percent_min: 7.69230769230769 - percent_max: 100

sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 37.5

wheat flour -> en:wheat-flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9410 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 33.3333333333333

citric acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 25

malic acid -> en:e296 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20

tartaric acid -> en:e334 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 16.6666666666667

modified food starch -> en:modified-starch - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9510 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 14.2857142857143

palm oil -> en:palm-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16129 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 12.5

glyceryl monostearate -> en:e471 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 11.1111111111111

sodium citrate -> en:sodium-citrate - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 10

glycerin -> en:e422 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 9.09090909090909

artificial flavor -> en:artificial-flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

artificial colors -> en:colour - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

yellow 5 -> en:e102 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

yellow 6 -> en:e110 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 2.5

red 40 -> en:e129 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.66666666666667

Nutrition

Poor nutritional quality
⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 0
This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

Positive points: 0

Proteins: 1 / 5 (value: 2.5, rounded value: 2.5)

Fiber: 0 / 5 (value: 0, rounded value: 0)

Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 0, rounded value: 0)

Negative points: 14

Energy: 4 / 10 (value: 1674, rounded value: 1674)

Sugars: 8 / 10 (value: 37.5, rounded value: 37.5)

Saturated fat: 2 / 10 (value: 2.5, rounded value: 2.5)

Sodium: 0 / 10 (value: 25.4, rounded value: 25.4)

The points for proteins are not counted because the negative points are greater or equal to 11.

Nutritional score: (14 - 0)

Nutri-Score:
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Nutrient levels
- Fat in moderate quantity (10%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Saturated fat in moderate quantity (2.5%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Sugars in high quantity (37.5%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of sugar and sugary drinks
  
  Sugary drinks (such as sodas, fruit beverages, and fruit juices and nectars) should be limited as much as possible (no more than 1 glass a day).
  
  Choose products with lower sugar content and reduce the consumption of products with added sugars.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
- Salt in low quantity (0.0635%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
  
  Many people who have high blood pressure do not know it, as there are often no symptoms.
  
  Most people consume too much salt (on average 9 to 12 grams per day), around twice the recommended maximum level of intake.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of salt and salted food
  
  Reduce the quantity of salt used when cooking, and don't salt again at the table.
  
  Limit the consumption of salty snacks and choose products with lower salt content.
  
  Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Fact sheet - Salt reduction
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Salt: the facts

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts	As sold for 100 g / 100 ml	As sold per serving (14 PCS. (40 g))	Compared to: Candies
Energy	1,674 kj (400 kcal)	670 kj (160 kcal)	+14%
Fat	10 g	4 g	+485%
Saturated fat	2.5 g	1 g	+155%
Trans fat	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg	0 mg	-100%
Carbohydrates	77.5 g	31 g	-7%
Sugars	37.5 g	15 g	-32%
Fiber	0 g	0 g	-100%
Proteins	2.5 g	1 g	+21%
Salt	0.064 g	0.025 g	-50%
Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis)	0 %	0 %

Serving size: 14 PCS. (40 g)

Environment

Eco-Score D - High environmental impact

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→ The Eco-Score was initially developped for France and it is being extended to other European countries. The Eco-Score formula is subject to change as it is regularly improved to make it more precise and better suited to each country.

Life cycle analysis

Average impact of products of the same category: B (Score: 62/100)

Category: Candies, all types

PEF environmental score: 0.41 (the lower the score, the lower the impact)
including impact on climate change: 1.73 kg CO2 eq/kg of product

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	78.2 %
Processing	10.7 %
Packaging	5.5 %
Transportation	4.5 %
Distribution	1.1 %
Consumption	0.0 %

Bonuses and maluses

Missing origins of ingredients information
Malus: -5

⚠ ️ The origins of the ingredients of this product are not indicated.

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Ingredients that threatens species
Malus: -10

Contains palm oil

Tropical forests in Asia, Africa and Latin America are destroyed to create and expand oil palm tree plantations. The deforestation contributes to climate change, and it endangers species such as the orangutan, the pigmy elephant and the Sumatran rhino.

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Malus: -15

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Eco-Score for this product

Impact for this product: D (Score: 32/100)
Product: Bites - American Licorice Company

Life cycle analysis score: 62
Sum of bonuses and maluses: -30

Final score: 32/100

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Carbon footprint

Equal to driving 0.9 km in a petrol car

173 g CO² per 100g of product

The carbon emission figure comes from ADEME's Agribalyse database, for the category: Candies, all types (Source: ADEME Agribalyse Database)

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	52.3 %
Processing	19.5 %
Packaging	15.7 %
Transportation	11.6 %
Distribution	1.0 %
Consumption	0.0 %

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Origins of ingredients
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Threatened species

Contains palm oil
Drives deforestation and threatens species such as the orangutan

Tropical forests in Asia, Africa and Latin America are destroyed to create and expand oil palm tree plantations. The deforestation contributes to climate change, and it endangers species such as the orangutan, the pigmy elephant and the Sumatran rhino.

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Product added on March 9, 2017, 5:14:42 PM CET by usda-ndb-import
Last edit of product page on January 6, 2023, 7:41:29 PM CET by wolfgang8741.
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