Why is Petit beurre pépites de chocolat classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The biscuit is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes refined wheat flour, added sugars, butter concentrate and several food‑grade additives such as emulsifier E322 (soy lecithin), leavening agents E500, E450 and E503, which are typical of industrially formulated products.

How do the sugar and saturated‑fat levels in this biscuit affect people with diabetes or high blood pressure?

With 27 g of sugar and 10 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the biscuit can raise blood glucose quickly and increase LDL cholesterol, potentially worsening glycaemic control for diabetics and contributing to elevated blood pressure for hypertensive individuals; moderation is advised.

Is the soy lecithin used as an emulsifier a concern for individuals allergic to soy?

Yes, soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and is listed as an allergen; people with soy allergy should avoid this product despite the small amount used as an emulsifier.

Marque Repère, P'tit Déli • 200 g

Petit beurre pépites de chocolat x 24

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Petit beurre pépites de chocolat are sweet biscuit snacks belonging to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes families. The product carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), with high levels of saturated fat (10 g), sugar (27 g) and salt (1.6 g per 100 g, contributing to a high energy value of 460 kcal, while also providing modest fiber (3.5 g) and protein (7.3 g). Consequently, it should be consumed sparingly, especially by individuals monitoring sugar, fat or sodium intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal460 kcal

Fat16 g

Saturated Fat10 g

Carbohydrates70 g

Sugars27 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack biscuit, this product contains slightly less sugar (27 g vs 28.98 g per 100 g) but notably more saturated fat (10 g vs 7.8 g) and higher energy (460 kcal vs 418 kcal).

Ingredients

Farine de blé 61 % ; sucre 18% ; pépites de chocolat 13 % [pâte de cacao, sucre, dextrose, émulsifiant : lécithines (soja)] ; beurre concentré 11 % (soit 13 % en beurre reconstitué) ; poudres à lever : E503, E500, E450 ; lait demi-écrémé ; sel ; oeufs en poudre ; lait en poudre écrémé ; cacao en poudre ; arômes.

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