Why is Chocolat Champs-Elysées édition OR classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 label because the formulation combines refined sugars, cocoa butter, vegetable fats, multiple flavorings, emulsifiers and a preservative, all of which are characteristic of highly processed foods. The listed additives are sorbic acid (E200), carbon dioxide (E290), soy lecithin (E322/E322i), sorbitol (E420) and sodium carbonate (E500/E500i).

How does the sugar and salt content of this chocolate affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 50 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control; its salt is only 0.16 g, which is modest and unlikely to significantly impact blood pressure, but the high calorie and fat load still requires moderation for heart‑healthy eating.

Is the hazelnut praline in this chocolate a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, the chocolate includes a hazelnut praline (6 % of the formulation) and additional hazelnut pieces, so anyone allergic to tree nuts should avoid this product.

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Chocolat Champs-Elysées édition OR

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocolat Champs-Elysées édition OR is an assorted chocolate candy presented as a premium sweet snack. Classified in the Sugary snacks group, it carries a Nutri-Score of E and a NOVA 4 rating, reflecting its ultra-processed nature, high sugar (50 g), high fat (36 g) and saturated fat (21 g) content, while providing modest protein (5.3 g) from cocoa and nuts. The product is energy-dense at 559 kcal per 100 g, low in salt, contains several additives such as sorbic acid (E200) and soy lecithin (E322), includes allergens (milk, nuts, gluten, soy) and palm-derived fats, which may be a concern for health- and sustainability-focused consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal559 kcal

Fat36 g

Saturated Fat21 g

Carbohydrates52 g

Sugars50 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this chocolate contains slightly less sugar (50 g vs 53.4 g per 100 g) but far more fat (36 g vs 10.5 g), saturated fat (21 g vs 7 g), and calories (559 kcal vs 373 kcal), while its salt level is lower (0.16 g vs 0.36 g).

Ingredients

Sucre, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, matières grasses végétales (palme, coprah), lactose, poudre de lait, praliné noisettes (noisettes, sucre) 6%, beurre laitier concentré, praliné amandes (amandes, sucre) 2%, noisettes 1,5%, poudre de lait écrémé, amandes 1%, sucre pétillant (sucre, sirop de glucose, beurre de cacao, lactose, dioxyde de carbone) 0,8%, sucre inverti, sirop de glucose, éclats de gaufrettes (farines de blé et de riz, sucre, poudre à lever (carbonate de sodium), sel, arôme naturel de vanille) 0,5%, émulsifiant (lécithine de soja), cacao maigre, stabilisant (sorbitol), meringue lactée (sucre, amidon de blé, protéines de lait, vanilline) 0,3%, éclats de cacao, extrait de malt d'orge, arômes, arômes naturels, sel, conservateur (acide sorbique).

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