Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup
Decode Label Safety Score
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The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This product is primarily a source of added sugars, with both sugar and liquid glucose listed as main ingredients. While cocoa powder provides some flavor, the overall nutritional profile is dominated by sweeteners. Consumers, especially those managing sugar intake or seeking less processed options, should be cautious.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Cocoa powder
High in Added Sugars; Contains Unspecified Additives
This product is very high in added sugars, with both sugar and liquid glucose as primary ingredients, contributing significantly to its caloric content without substantial nutritional benefits. It also contains several unspecified food additives, which raises transparency concerns for consumers who prefer to know the exact ingredients in their food. This makes it a concern most relevant to children.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 62.8 g per 100 g.
Declared allergens: Gluten
Relevant if you have this allergy or intolerance.
Based on the declared ingredient list. This is a risk only to people with the allergy, not a general-population safety issue, so it does not lower the safety score.
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 0.1 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar and salt, which are not recommended for infants under 1 year due to their developing kidneys and metabolic systems.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh added sugar content can contribute to dental caries and unhealthy dietary habits. Moderation is key.
Why the score is capped
Very high added sugar
Rule F-CAP-01
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
What's good
Contains cocoa powder for flavor and some antioxidants
Iodized salt provides essential iodine
Watch out for
Very high added sugar content from Sugar and Liquid Glucose
Contains Nature Identical Flavouring Substance, indicating a highly processed product
Decode Label Analysis
High content of added sugars (Sugar, Liquid Glucose) contributes to a less healthy nutritional profile, especially for frequent consumption.
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 '40% MORE CHOCOLATY' but does not provide a basis for comparison or a definition of 'chocolaty', making it impossible to verify.
The product is described as chocolate flavoured syrup, and the ingredients list cocoa powder and nature identical flavouring substance, which supports the claim.
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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Sugar
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Water
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Liquid Glucose
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Cocoa Powder 8.5%Cocoa Powder (8.5%)
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Malt Extract
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Acidity RegulatorCitric acid (INS 330)Acidity Regulator (INS 330)
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PreservativePotassium sorbate (INS 202)Preservative (INS 202)
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Iodized Salt
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ThickenerXanthan gum (INS 415)Thickener (INS 415)
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Nature Identical Flavouring Substance undisclosed flavouring
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
These are major food allergens named on the ingredient list. They are a risk only to people allergic to them — not a general-population safety issue — so they do not lower the safety score. Anyone with the allergy should avoid this product, and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
✓ 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 | 286.5 kcal |
| Protein | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 68.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 67.5 g |
| Added Sugars | 62.8 g |
| Total Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 32 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 Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup?
The label of Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup lists 10 ingredients, in label order: Sugar, Water, Liquid Glucose, Cocoa powder, Malt Extract, Acidity Regulator, Preservative, Iodized Salt, Thickener, Nature Identical Flavouring Substance. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup safe to eat?
Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This product is very high in added sugars, with both sugar and liquid glucose as primary ingredients, contributing significantly to its caloric content without substantial nutritional benefits. It also contains several unspecified food additives, which raises transparency concerns for consumers who prefer to know the exact ingredients in their food. This makes it a concern most relevant to children.
Why does Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup score 1.5/10?
What the analysis notes: Very high added sugar content from Sugar and Liquid Glucose. Contains Nature Identical Flavouring Substance, indicating a highly processed product.
Who should avoid Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Diabetes management; Weight management; Children under 5 (due to high sugar); Sensitivity to unspecified additives; Gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease).
Is Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains gluten (Malt Extract). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Malt Extract. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Is Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup high in sugar?
Yes — 67.5 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label declares 62.8 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Del Monte Chocolate Flavoured Syrup pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "40% MORE CHOCOLATY" — can't be verified from the label.
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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