Van Leer
Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound
About Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound
Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound is made by Van Leer and sits in the Dark Chocolates category. Its barcode (GTIN) is 8908012192008. TruthIn has analysed it using the TruthIn Ingredient Rating System (TIRS), which scores packaged foods from 0 to 5 based on their ingredients, level of processing and nutrient profile.
It scores 0.4 out of 5, which TIRS rates as "Very Poor". On the NOVA food-processing scale it is NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). The label lists 5 ingredients, starting with 492, 476, artificial flavor vanilla.
The full TruthIn product report adds a safety rating for every ingredient and 7 nutrient values per 100g, each marked as good or of concern, so you can judge it against other dark chocolates before you buy.
Quick facts
- Product
- Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound
- Brand
- Van Leer
- Category
- Dark Chocolates
- Barcode (GTIN)
- 8908012192008
- TIRS rating
- 0.4 / 5 (Very Poor)
- Processing level
- NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food)
- Ingredients listed
- 5
Ingredients (5)
492, 476, artificial flavor vanilla, maltodextrin, 322
Compare with similar dark chocolates
| Product | TIRS | NOVA | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound (this product) | 0.4 | 4 | 5 |
| Didier & Frank 99% Ultimate Dark Chocolate (Didier & Frank) | 3.5 | 1 | 0 |
| The Whole Truth Badaam Chocolate (The Whole Truth) | 3.4 | 3 | 0 |
| Cocoacraft 52% Dark Chocolate With Almonds (Cocoacraft) | 3.0 | 4 | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound healthy?
Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound has a TruthIn TIRS rating of 0.4 out of 5 ("Very Poor"). TIRS combines ingredient quality, processing level and nutrient profile into one score, where 5 is best.
Is Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound ultra-processed?
Yes. Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound is classed as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food) because it is an industrial formulation of ingredients.
What are the ingredients in Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound?
Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound lists 5 ingredients: 492, 476, artificial flavor vanilla, maltodextrin, 322.
Does Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound contain palm oil?
No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears among its 5 listed ingredients.
Does Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound contain added sugar?
No sugar or sweetening syrup appears among its 5 listed ingredients.
What are healthier alternatives to Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound?
Among dark chocolates rated by TruthIn, Didier & Frank 99% Ultimate Dark Chocolate (3.5), The Whole Truth Badaam Chocolate (3.4), Cocoacraft 52% Dark Chocolate With Almonds (3.0) score higher on TIRS than Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound (0.4).
Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound vs Didier & Frank 99% Ultimate Dark Chocolate: which is healthier?
Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound scores 0.4 on TIRS and Didier & Frank 99% Ultimate Dark Chocolate scores 3.5, so Didier & Frank 99% Ultimate Dark Chocolate rates higher. Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound lists 5 ingredients and Didier & Frank 99% Ultimate Dark Chocolate lists 0.
What is the barcode of Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound?
The barcode (GTIN) of Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound is 8908012192008.
What is in the TruthIn report for Van Leer Chocolates Dark Compound?
The report covers nutrition per 100g and per serving with each nutrient marked as good or of concern, and a safe / caution / concern rating for every ingredient.