
The Hershey Company
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Label Serving
34 GRM
Barcode
00034000226733
Data last verified: 3 Oct 2026
Levels use standard FSA/WHO per-100g thresholds applied to the label's declared values. See the thresholds
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TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Moderate
Some processing or additives present
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
5.2/10
Health Score
Moderate
Concern Index
Calculation Pillars:
How we calculate this →Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (34 g) — the label's %RDA
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
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16 / 19 researched · AI analyzing 3 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
KIT KAT DARK CHOCOLATE WAFER BAR MINIATURES - SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, WHEAT FLOUR, VEGETABLE OIL [PALM KERNEL OIL; PALM OIL], COCOA BUTTER, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: MILK FAT; LACTOSE (MILK); LECITHIN (SOY); PGPR; SALT; YEAST; VANILLIN, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR: BAKING SODA; MILK,KIT KAT MILK CHOCOLATE WAFER BAR MINIATURES - SUGAR, WHEAT FLOUR, COCOA BUTTER, CHOCOLATE, LACTOSE (MILK), VEGETABLE OIL [PALM OIL; PALM KERNEL OIL], SKIM MILK, MILK FAT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: LECITHIN (SOY); PGPR; VANILLIN, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR; SALT; YEAST; BAKING SODA,KIT KAT WHITE CRME WAFER BAR MINIATURES - SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL [PALM OIL; SHEA OIL; SUNFLOWER OIL; PALM KERNEL OIL; AND/OR SAFFLOWER OIL], WHEAT FLOUR, SKIM MILK, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, LACTOSE (MILK), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CHOCOLATE; LECITHIN (SOY); SALT; YEAST; VANILLIN, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR; BAKING SODA, PGPR
Contains allergens: Calcium Caseinate, Wheat Flour, Skim Milk
Cocoa Processed With Alkali
INS 501(I)
No NotablesFlavour and color agent used to impart a smooth chocolate profile and deep color to baked goods, beverages, and confections.
Artificial Flavor: Baking Soda
Calcium Caseinate
Protein supplement, emulsifier, texturizer, and nutritional fortification agent
Kit Kat Dark Chocolate Wafer Bar Miniatures - Sugar
Sweetener
Cocoa Butter
Fat base, texturizer, and mouthfeel modifier in confectionery and cosmetics
Milkfat
Fat source, texturizer, and flavor enhancer in dairy products, baked goods, and chocolates.
Kit Kat White Crme Wafer Bar Miniatures - Sugar
Vegetable Oil
Cooking medium, texture enhancer, frying agent, and carrier for flavors in processed foods.
Wheat Flour
Structuring agent, carbohydrate source, and textural base for baking and cooking.
Skim Milk
Used as a fluid beverage, ingredient in baking, dairy products, protein supplementation, and commercial food manufacturing for moisture and nutrition without added fat.
Corn Syrup Solids
sweetener and bulking agent
Lactose
Sweetener, texturizer, and carrier for flavors and colors in food manufacturing.
Chocolate
flavour and confection
Emulsifier
Texture stabilization, homogenization, and prevention of ingredient separation in food products.
Salt
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
Yeast
Leavening agent, fermentation catalyst, and nutritional enhancer
Vanilla
Flavour enhancer and aromatic agent
Baking Soda
INS 500II
No NotablesLeavening agent, pH regulator, and acidity regulator in food processing.
Pgpr
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Cocoa Processed With Alkali INS 501(I) | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour and color agent used to impart a smooth chocolate profile and deep color to baked goods, beverages, and confections. | Cocoa processed with alkali is widely recognized as safe for general consumption, with processing primarily altering flavor and acidity rather than safety profile. |
2 Artificial Flavor: Baking Soda | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
3 Calcium Caseinate Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein supplement, emulsifier, texturizer, and nutritional fortification agent | Calcium caseinate is a widely utilized dairy protein generally recognized as safe, with primary points of consideration limited to individuals managing dairy-related sensitivities. |
4 Kit Kat Dark Chocolate Wafer Bar Miniatures - Sugar | ⚠Moderate Concern | Sweetener | Moderate consumption is recommended as part of a balanced diet in alignment with global nutritional guidelines. |
5 Cocoa Butter | ✓No Notable Concerns | Fat base, texturizer, and mouthfeel modifier in confectionery and cosmetics | Cocoa butter is a naturally occurring plant fat generally recognized as safe for consumption within standard dietary fat guidelines. |
6 Milkfat | ⚠Moderate Concern | Fat source, texturizer, and flavor enhancer in dairy products, baked goods, and chocolates. | Milkfat is a natural dairy lipid that contributes caloric density and saturated fatty acids, requiring mindful consumption within established daily energy guidelines. |
7 Kit Kat White Crme Wafer Bar Miniatures - Sugar | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
8 Vegetable Oil | ✓Low Concern | Cooking medium, texture enhancer, frying agent, and carrier for flavors in processed foods. | Vegetable oil is a standard dietary fat source that is widely permitted and utilized globally, with consumption patterns evaluated primarily within the context of total daily caloric and lipid intake. |
9 Wheat Flour Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Structuring agent, carbohydrate source, and textural base for baking and cooking. | Wheat flour is a standard nutritional staple generally well-tolerated by the general population, though individuals with celiac disease or specific wheat sensitivities require alternative dietary selections. |
10 Skim Milk Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Used as a fluid beverage, ingredient in baking, dairy products, protein supplementation, and commercial food manufacturing for moisture and nutrition without added fat. | Nonfat milk is a widely consumed dairy ingredient providing essential proteins and micronutrients, suitable for the general population except those with lactose intolerance or milk protein allergies. |
11 Corn Syrup Solids | ⚠Moderate Concern | sweetener and bulking agent | Corn syrup solids contribute rapidly digestible carbohydrates and caloric content, requiring mindful integration into daily nutritional planning. |
12 Lactose | ✓Low Concern | Sweetener, texturizer, and carrier for flavors and colors in food manufacturing. | Lactose is a naturally occurring milk sugar that is well tolerated by most individuals, though those with lactase deficiency may experience mild gastrointestinal considerations. |
13 Chocolate | ✓Low Concern | flavour and confection | Chocolate is generally recognized as safe for consumption, with considerations primarily related to its sugar and saturated fat content when consumed in larger quantities. |
14 Emulsifier | ✓Low Concern | Texture stabilization, homogenization, and prevention of ingredient separation in food products. | Emulsifiers are widely used food additives with established regulatory approval, though ongoing research evaluates their long-term impact on gastrointestinal health. |
15 Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
16 Yeast | ✓No Notable Concerns | Leavening agent, fermentation catalyst, and nutritional enhancer | Yeast is a widely utilized natural microorganism with a long history of safe food use, providing leavening and nutritional value. |
17 Vanilla | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer and aromatic agent | Vanilla is widely recognized as a safe flavoring agent for consumption within established regulatory guidelines. |
18 Baking Soda INS 500II | ✓No Notable Concerns | Leavening agent, pH regulator, and acidity regulator in food processing. | Baking soda is a commonly utilized leavening agent with a well-established safety profile for normal culinary applications. |
19 Pgpr | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
Research sourced from FDA · USDA · EFSA · WHO · Peer-reviewed scientific literature. Informational only — not medical advice.
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