Why is Chocolat au lait cajou caramelisee classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar is labelled NOVA 4 because it includes refined sugar, milk powder, cocoa butter, processed cashew pieces and an emulsifier; the only listed additive is soy lecithin (E322), which is used to improve texture and stability.

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

With 40.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its 0.25 g of salt is relatively low but still contributes to overall sodium intake for those managing hypertension.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

No, the bar contains whole milk powder and cashew nuts, so it is not vegan, and the presence of dairy excludes it from halal certification without a halal label; its high carbohydrate (48.7 g) and sugar content make it unsuitable for keto, and trace gluten may be present, so it cannot be considered gluten‑free.

Ethiquable • 100 g

Chocolat au lait cajou caramélisée

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocolat au lait cajou caramelisee is an organic, fair-trade milk chocolate bar enriched with 32% cocoa and caramelized cashew pieces, marketed as a sweet snack in the Sugary snacks and Chocolate products families. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and belongs to the ultra-processed NOVA 4 group, reflecting its high levels of added sugars (40.8 g/100 g), fat (35.3 g) and saturated fat (17.4 g) while providing 7.4 g of protein and 1.3 g of fiber. The product also contains milk, nuts and soy allergens and is packaged in recyclable aluminium and cardboard.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal491 kcal

Fat35.3 g

Saturated Fat17.4 g

Carbohydrates48.7 g

Sugars40.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this chocolate contains slightly more sugar (40.8 g vs 40.22 g) and fat (35.3 g vs 33.08 g), a bit less saturated fat (17.4 g vs 18.99 g), lower salt (0.25 g vs 0.42 g), fewer calories (491 kcal vs 519 kcal), markedly less fiber (1.3 g vs 6.0 g) and a comparable amount of protein (7.4 g vs 7.1 g).

Ingredients

Sucre de canne°*, lait entier en poudre°, beurre de cacao*, éclats de noix de cajou caramélisées°* 18% (noix de cajou°*, sucre de canne°*, sel), pâte de cacao* du Pérou 8%, purée de noisette°, émulsifiant: lécithine de soja°, extrait de vanille*. Cacao: 32% minimum dans le chocolat. °issus de l'agriculture biologique * issus du commerce équitable (76% du poids total avec 58% SPP) Peut contenir des traces d'autres fruits à coque et gluten.

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