Why is Dégustation – Chocolat Noir 72 % Cacao classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is classified as ultra‑processed because it contains added ingredients beyond the cocoa beans, such as refined sugar, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), vanilla flavoring, and the acidity regulator E500 (ii); these components are combined during industrial processing steps like conching and tempering, which meet the NOVA 4 criteria.

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

With 28 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar is relatively high in sugar and can cause significant blood‑glucose spikes, so it is not advisable for people managing diabetes; however, its very low salt level (0.08 g) poses minimal risk for hypertension, though the high saturated‑fat content may still be a concern for cardiovascular health.

Is the soy lecithin in this product a concern for people with soy allergy?

Yes; soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and, although highly refined, can still trigger allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to soy, so anyone with a soy allergy should avoid this chocolate.

Maestro,Saïda • 100 g

Dégustation - Chocolat Noir 72% Cacao

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Dégustation – Chocolat Noir 72 % Cacao is a 100 g dark chocolate bar made in Tunisia and marketed in France. Classified as a sugary snack and chocolate product (PNNS groups: sugary snacks, chocolate products), it carries a Nutri‑Score of E and falls in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, with high levels of saturated fat (23 g) and sugar (28 g) per 100 g, but low salt (0.08 g) and a notable 11 g of dietary fiber. The bar contains soy (lecithin) and may have traces of nuts, milk, and gluten, making it unsuitable for those with corresponding allergies, and its vegan status is uncertain.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal590 kcal

Fat39 g

Saturated Fat23 g

Trans Fat0 g

Monounsaturated Fat13 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this chocolate bar provides less sugar (28 g vs 40.22 g) but more saturated fat (23 g vs 18.99 g) and considerably lower salt (0.08 g vs 0.42 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Chocolat noir 72%: (pâte de cacao, sucre, cacao en poudre, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant (lécithine de soja) selon BPF, arôme vanille, régulateur d'acidité (E/SIN 500ii) selon BPF. Ce produit contient du soja et peut contenir des traces de lait, fruits à coque et de gluten. Cela peut provoquer une hypersensibilité.

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