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Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate
Decode Label Safety Score
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Reviewed 11 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This chocolate candy offers a sugar-free option using maltitol, which is generally safe but can cause digestive discomfort in some individuals, particularly children, if consumed in large quantities. The product contains permitted emulsifiers and artificial flavorings, which are common in processed foods. Consumers with sensitive digestion, especially children, should moderate their intake due to the maltitol content.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Cocoa Solids
- Cocoa butter
- Lecithin
Sugar-free chocolate with maltitol; contains undisclosed emulsifiers and flavors.
This chocolate candy uses maltitol as a sugar substitute, which can have a laxative effect if consumed in excess, especially for young children. While generally safe for most adults in moderation, those with sensitive digestion or parents of young children should be mindful of portion sizes.
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 21.5 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.
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains Maltitol, a sugar alcohol that can cause laxative effects, bloating, and gas if consumed in large quantities. Parents should supervise intake to prevent discomfort.
Why the score is capped
Flavours not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Uses cocoa solids and cocoa butter for authentic chocolate flavor
Sugar-free formulation using maltitol
Watch out for
Maltitol can cause digestive upset in sensitive individuals or if consumed in excess
Decode Label Analysis
Maltitol, a sugar alcohol, can cause gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating, gas, and diarrhea if consumed in large quantities. This effect is more pronounced in children and individuals with sensitive digestive systems.
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 label states '55% Rich in Cocoa', but the ingredient list does not provide the percentage of cocoa solids or cocoa butter, so the claim cannot be verified.
The product name states 'Sugar Free Dark Chocolate', and the ingredients list Maltitol, a sugar substitute, and does not list any added sugars.
The claim 'FREE SUGAR' is supported as the ingredients list Maltitol, a sugar substitute, and does not list any added sugars.
The product is described as 'DARK CHOCOLATE', and the ingredients list cocoa solids and cocoa butter, which are components of dark chocolate.
The claim 'SUGAR FREE' is supported as the ingredients list Maltitol, a sugar substitute, and does not list any added sugars.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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MaltitolMALTITOL
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Cocoa SolidsCOCOA SOLIDS
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Cocoa ButterCOCOA BUTTER
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Permitted EmulsifiersLecithin (INS 322), PGPR (polyglycerol polyricinoleate) (INS 476)PERMITTED EMULSIFIERS (E322, E476)
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Lecithin within Permitted EmulsifiersE322
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Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate within Permitted EmulsifiersE476
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Added Flavours undisclosed flavouringADDED FLAVOURS (ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES - COCOA & VANILLA)
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Artificial Flavouring Substances - Cocoa within Added Flavours undisclosed flavouringARTIFICIAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES - COCOA
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Artificial Flavouring Substances - Vanilla within Added Flavours undisclosed flavouringVANILLA
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
The label declares each of these as a blend and then lists what is in it. The components appear in the groups above on their own merits, so the blend itself is shown here rather than counted a second time.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
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| Energy | 554 kcal |
| Protein | 14.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 43 g |
| Added Sugars | 10 g |
| Total Fat | 36.1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
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 Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate?
The label of Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate lists 9 ingredients, in label order: Maltitol, Cocoa Solids, Cocoa butter, Permitted Emulsifiers, Lecithin, Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate, Added Flavours, Artificial Flavouring Substances - Cocoa, Artificial Flavouring Substances - Vanilla. Flagged by the analysis: Artificial Flavouring Substances - Cocoa, Artificial Flavouring Substances - Vanilla.
Is Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate safe to eat?
Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This chocolate candy uses maltitol as a sugar substitute, which can have a laxative effect if consumed in excess, especially for young children. While generally safe for most adults in moderation, those with sensitive digestion or parents of young children should be mindful of portion sizes.
Why does Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate score 5.5/10?
What the analysis notes: Maltitol can cause digestive upset in sensitive individuals or if consumed in excess.
Who should avoid Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive digestion; Children (due to laxative effect of maltitol).
Is Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Are the claims on the Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 5 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "55% Rich in Cocoa" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate vegetarian?
Amul Sugar Free Dark Chocolate is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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