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Squares - Ghirardelli Chocolate Co.

Squares - Ghirardelli Chocolate Co.

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Barcode: 0747599314902 (EAN / EAN-13) 747599314902 (UPC / UPC-A)

Brands: Ghirardelli Chocolate Co.

Brand owner: Ghirardelli Chocolate Company

Categories: Snacks, Sweet snacks, Cocoa and its products, Confectioneries, Chocolate candies, Chocolates

Countries where sold: United States

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Ingredients

17 ingredients

Sugar, unsweetened chocolate, high fructose corn syrup, palm oil, cocoa butter, milk fat, corn syrup, soy lecithin - an emulsifier, water, vanilla, peppermint oil, potassium sorbate, citric acid and tbhq - preservatives, gelatin.

Allergens: Gelatin, Milk, Soybeans

Food processing

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

Additive: E322 - Lecithins

Additive: E428 - Gelatine

Ingredient: Emulsifier

Ingredient: Glucose

Ingredient: High fructose corn syrup
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.

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Additives

E202 - Potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic food preservative commonly used to extend the shelf life of various food products.

It works by inhibiting the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria, preventing spoilage. When added to foods, it helps maintain their freshness and quality.

Some studies have shown that when combined with nitrites, potassium sorbate have genotoxic activity in vitro. However, potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities.

E319 - Tertiary-butylhydroquinone (tbhq)

Tert-Butylhydroquinone: tert-Butylhydroquinone -TBHQ, tertiary butylhydroquinone- is a synthetic aromatic organic compound which is a type of phenol. It is a derivative of hydroquinone, substituted with a tert-butyl group.
Source: Wikipedia

E322 - Lecithins

Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

They do not present any known health risks.

E322i - Lecithin

Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

They do not present any known health risks.

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.

E428 - Gelatine

Ingredients analysis

Palm oil

Ingredients that contain palm oil: Palm oil

Non-vegan

Non-vegan ingredients: Milkfat, E428

Non-vegetarian

Non-vegetarian ingredients: E428

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

Details of the analysis of the ingredients
: Sugar, chocolate, high fructose corn syrup, palm oil, cocoa butter, milk fat, corn syrup, soy lecithin, an emulsifier, water, vanilla, peppermint oil, potassium sorbate, citric acid, tbhq, preservatives, gelatin
Sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 5.88235294117647 - percent_max: 100

chocolate -> en:chocolate - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 50

high fructose corn syrup -> en:high-fructose-corn-syrup - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 31077 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 33.3333333333333

palm oil -> en:palm-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16129 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 25

cocoa butter -> en:cocoa-butter - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16030 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20

milk fat -> en:milkfat - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 16.6666666666667

corn syrup -> en:corn-syrup - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31089 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 14.2857142857143

soy lecithin -> en:soya-lecithin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 42200 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 12.5

an emulsifier -> en:emulsifier - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 11.1111111111111

water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 10

vanilla -> en:vanilla - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 9.09090909090909

peppermint oil -> en:peppermint-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11027 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 8.33333333333333

potassium sorbate -> en:e202 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 7.69230769230769

citric acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 7.14285714285714

tbhq -> en:e319 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 6.66666666666667

preservatives -> en:preservative - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 6.25

gelatin -> en:e428 - vegan: no - vegetarian: no - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5.88235294117647

Nutrition

Bad 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: 5

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

Fiber: 5 / 5 (value: 6.7, rounded value: 6.7)

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

Negative points: 25

Energy: 5 / 10 (value: 1954, rounded value: 1954)

Sugars: 10 / 10 (value: 60, rounded value: 60)

Saturated fat: 10 / 10 (value: 16.67, rounded value: 16.7)

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

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

Nutritional score: (25 - 5)

Nutri-Score:
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Nutrient levels
- Fat in high quantity (26.7%)
  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 high quantity (16.7%)
  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 (60%)
  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%)
  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 (1 SQUARE (15 g))	Compared to: Chocolates
Energy	1,954 kj (467 kcal)	293 kj (70 kcal)	-10%
Fat	26.67 g	4 g	-18%
Saturated fat	16.67 g	2.5 g	-9%
Trans fat	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg	0 mg	-100%
Salt	0 g	0 g	-100%
Carbohydrates	66.67 g	10 g	+23%
Fiber	6.7 g	1.01 g	+36%
Sugars	60 g	9 g	+39%
Proteins	0 g	0 g	-100%
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	-100%
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)	0 mg	0 mg	-100%
Calcium	0 mg	0 mg	-100%
Iron	4.8 mg	0.72 mg	+48%
Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis)	0 %	0 %

Serving size: 1 SQUARE (15 g)

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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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Last edit of product page on August 9, 2022, 9:23:35 PM CEST by kiliweb.
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