The Hershey Company
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ProfileGood
KITKAT, MINT WAFERS IN MINT DARK CHOCOLATE, MINIATURES, MINIATURES
Chocolates & Sweets USVerified
Label Serving
100g
Barcode
034000226672
Data last verified: 3 Oct 2026
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B
TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Good
Mostly positive nutritional profile
Favorable Profile
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
A
BACTIVE
C
D
E
← Nutrient DenseMost Processed →
7.5/10
Health Score
Ingredient Transparency
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13 / 14 researched · AI analyzing 1 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
SUGAR; WHEAT FLOUR; NONFAT MILK; COCOA BUTTER; CHOCOLATE; PALM KERNEL OIL; LACTOSE (MILK); MILK FAT; CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SOY LECITHIN; PGPR, EMULSIFIER; YEAST; VANILLIN, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR; SALT; SODIUM BICARBONATE.
Contains allergens: Wheat Flour, Nonfat Milk
1
Sugar
Moderate
Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent
2
Wheat Flour
No NotablesAllergen
Structuring agent, carbohydrate source, and textural base for baking and cooking.
3
Nonfat Milk
No NotablesAllergen
Used as a fluid beverage, ingredient in baking, dairy products, protein supplementation, and commercial food manufacturing for moisture and nutrition without added fat.
4
Cocoa Butter
No Notables
Fat base, texturizer, and mouthfeel modifier in confectionery and cosmetics
5
Chocolate
Low
flavour and confection
6
Palm Kernel Oil
Moderate
Texturizer, fat source, and coating agent in confectionery, bakery items, and dairy alternatives.
7
Lactose
Low
Sweetener, texturizer, and carrier for flavors and colors in food manufacturing.
8
Milkfat
Moderate
Fat source, texturizer, and flavor enhancer in dairy products, baked goods, and chocolates.
9
Soy Lecithin
E322
LowEmulsifier, stabilizer, and releasing agent
10
Pgpr
Under Review
AI summary pending...11
Yeast
No Notables
Leavening agent, fermentation catalyst, and nutritional enhancer
12
Vanilla
No Notables
Flavour enhancer and aromatic agent
13
Salt
Moderate
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
14
Sodium Bicarbonate
INS 500II
No NotablesLeavening agent, pH regulator, and acidity regulator in food processing.
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Sugar | ⚠Moderate Concern | Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent | Sugar provides rapid energy but moderate consumption is recommended to align with established nutritional guidelines. |
2 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. |
3 Nonfat 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. |
4 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. |
5 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. |
6 Palm Kernel Oil | ⚠Moderate Concern | Texturizer, fat source, and coating agent in confectionery, bakery items, and dairy alternatives. | Palm kernel oil contains high levels of saturated fats, meaning consumption patterns should align with broader dietary guidelines for lipid intake. |
7 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. |
8 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. |
9 Soy Lecithin E322 | ✓Low Concern | Emulsifier, stabilizer, and releasing agent | Soy lecithin is a commonly utilized emulsifier derived from soybeans, generally recognized as safe for the general population while requiring consideration for individuals with soy allergies. |
10 Pgpr | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
11 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. |
12 Vanilla | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer and aromatic agent | Vanilla is widely recognized as a safe flavoring agent for consumption within established regulatory guidelines. |
13 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. |
14 Sodium Bicarbonate 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. |
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