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Burro di cacao

Learn what Burro di cacao (Cocoa butter) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.

Generally recognized as safe

What is Burro di cacao?

Grasso vegetale solido, ricco di grassi saturi.

Why is Burro di cacao added to food?

Burro di cacao (Cocoa butter) is a grasso commonly found in: Cioccolato, dolci, cosmetici.

Permitted quantity: 10-20 g/giorno

Is Burro di cacao safe?

Generally recognized as safe

• Può aumentare i livelli di colesterolo se consumato in grandi quantità. • Può causare disturbi gastrici in caso di consumo eccessivo.

Is Burro di cacao banned anywhere?

✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.

Is Burro di cacao okay for kids?

Sì.

Common foods that contain Burro di cacao

  • Cioccolato
  • dolci
  • cosmetici

See the full list of foods that contain Burro di cacao

How to spot Burro di cacao on labels

Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:

  • Cocoa butter
  • Burro di cacao

Common misspellings to watch for:

  • burro dl cacao
  • burro di caeao
  • burro di eacao
  • burro di cacdo
  • burro di cacao
  • burro di cdcao

Better alternatives

• Gli individui con patologie cardiovascolari dovrebbero limitare il consumo. • Da evitare in caso di allergia ai prodotti a base di cacao.

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Also known as

  • burro dl cacao
  • burro di caeao
  • burro di eacao
  • burro di cacdo
  • burro di cacao
  • burro di cdcao

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Frequently asked questions about Burro di cacao

Is Burro di cacao safe to eat?
• Può aumentare i livelli di colesterolo se consumato in grandi quantità. • Può causare disturbi gastrici in caso di consumo eccessivo.
Is Burro di cacao banned anywhere?
Burro di cacao is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Burro di cacao safe for children?
Sì.
How do I spot Burro di cacao on a food label?
Look for Cocoa butter, Burro di cacao in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: burro dl cacao, burro di caeao, burro di eacao.

Ingredients change. Always check the actual product label before purchasing. Information on this page is for educational purposes only.