Why is Chocolat noir orange confite classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar includes refined cane sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, candied orange peel, soy lecithin and orange essential oil, and it lists the emulsifier additive E322/E322i; the combination of refined sugars, flavorings and added emulsifier makes it an industrially formulated product, which places it in NOVA group 4.

How does the sugar and saturated fat content in this chocolate affect a diabetic or heart-healthy diet?

With 39 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for uncontrolled diabetes, while its 21 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk, so it should be consumed only occasionally by those following a heart-healthy diet.

Is the soy lecithin used as an emulsifier a concern for people with soy allergy?

Soy lecithin (E322) is present at about 3% of the formulation; because it is derived from soy beans, it can contain trace soy proteins and may trigger reactions in individuals with a soy allergy, so such consumers should avoid this product.

Ethiquable • 100 g

Chocolat noir orange confite

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocolat noir orange confite is a dark chocolate bar flavored with candied orange zest, classified as a sugary snack within the chocolate products group. It is certified organic and fair-trade, sourced from cocoa beans grown in Peru and Haiti, and carries an Eco-Score of A thanks to its sustainable ingredients and recyclable packaging. However, it is an ultra-processed product (NOVA 4), has a Nutri-Score of E due to very high sugar (approximately 39 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (approximately 21 g per 100 g) levels, and contains soy lecithin plus possible traces of nuts, milk, gluten and sesame.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal542 kcal

Fat35 g

Saturated Fat21 g

Carbohydrates46 g

Sugars39 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this bar contains slightly less sugar (39 g vs 40.25 g per 100 g) but more saturated fat (21 g vs approximately 19 g) and far lower salt (0.03 g vs 0.42 g per 100 g).

Ingredients

Pâte de cacao* du Pérou et d'Haïti 50,1%, sucre de canne*, écorces d'oranges confites° 12% (sucre°, sirop de glucose-fructose°, écorces d'oranges°), beurre de cacao*, émulsifiant : lécithine de soja°, huile essentielle d'orange° 0,06%, Cacao : 65% minimum dans le chocolat, °issus de l'agriculture biologique *issus du commerce équitable (88% du poids total avec 80% SPP) Peut contenir des traces de _fruits à coque_, _lait_, _gluten_ et _sésame_

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