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99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate
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Reviewed 11 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This chocolate product is primarily composed of cocoa solids, which are rich in antioxidants but also contribute to its saturated fat content. The emulsifiers E322 (lecithin) and E476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate) are generally recognized as safe food additives, with E476 specifically used to improve texture and flow in chocolate. While the product contains generally safe ingredients, its overall health profile is primarily driven by its saturated fat content, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. It is suitable for most healthy adults when consumed in appropriate portion sizes.
At a glance
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What’s favorable
- Cocoa Solids
- Permitted Emulsifiers(E322, E476)
Rich in cocoa solids; contains common food emulsifiers, moderate saturated fat.
This chocolate is made with cocoa solids, providing antioxidants, and includes two common food emulsifiers, E322 (lecithin) and E476. While these additives are generally considered safe, the product's saturated fat content from cocoa solids means it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Saturated fat 23.1 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
1 concern could not be assessed from this label. That means we don't know — not that there's nothing to find.
Why the score is capped
High in saturated fat — a visible fat such as butter or ghee
Rule F-CAP-12
What's good
Cocoa solids provide antioxidants
Watch out for
High in saturated fat from cocoa solids, consume in moderation
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The ingredients list cocoa solids as the primary ingredient, which aligns with a 99% cacao claim.
The nutrition information states 0g of added sugar per 100g.
The nutrition information states 0g of trans fat per 100g.
The nutrition information states 0mg of cholesterol per 100g.
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 522 kcal |
| Protein | 14.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 28.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 40.8 g |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in 99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate?
The label of 99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate lists 2 ingredients, in label order: Cocoa Solids, Permitted Emulsifiers(E322, E476). None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is 99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate safe to eat?
99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This chocolate is made with cocoa solids, providing antioxidants, and includes two common food emulsifiers, E322 (lecithin) and E476. While these additives are generally considered safe, the product's saturated fat content from cocoa solids means it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Why does 99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate score 5.5/10?
What the analysis notes: High in saturated fat from cocoa solids, consume in moderation.
How much sugar is in 99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate?
1.2 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the 99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate pack accurate?
Yes — all 4 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is 99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate vegetarian?
99% Cacao Ultimate Dark Chocolate is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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