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Hazelnut Spread
Hazelnut Spread
Moderate concern
Commercial hazelnut spreads are typically high in added sugar and saturated fat (often palm oil). Contains tree nuts (major allergen).
Found in
12 products
What it is
Sweetened paste typically containing hazelnuts, sugar, palm or other vegetable oil, cocoa, and emulsifiers (e.g., Nutella-style products).
Sweet spread/topping.
Why it's flagged
- high added sugar
- high saturated fat
- tree nut allergen
- may contain palm oil (3-MCPD/glycidyl ester concern)
What regulators actually say
"Tree nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans, etc.) are among the major food allergens recognized by FDA."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Conventional food; subject to FDA major-allergen labeling for tree nuts
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food; subject to allergen labeling for tree nuts
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