Belgian Chocolate
Belgian chocolate is chocolate as defined by 21 CFR 163. Like all chocolate, it contains cocoa flavanols and may contribute to sugar and saturated fat intake.
What it is
Chocolate produced in Belgium, typically with high cocoa content and traditional manufacturing methods; not a regulated geographic indication.
Confectionery and ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- sugar and saturated fat content
- milk allergen in milk chocolate
- trace cadmium/lead in some products
What regulators actually say
"Cacao products - Part 163 establishes standards of identity for chocolate and cocoa products."
"FDA has been working with industry to reduce levels of toxic elements such as lead and cadmium in cocoa and cocoa-containing products."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standards of identity established under 21 CFR Part 163
European Union — EFSA
Cocoa and chocolate products regulated under Directive 2000/36/EC
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