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Benecol
- Barcode
5055940101237- Category
- Light margarines
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
At a glance
Benecol is a product in the category “Light margarines”. It provides 537 kcal (2,206 kJ) per 100 g. It contains 700% more sugar than the median product in its category. It contains 21% less saturated fat than the median product in its category. It contains 144% more salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 5 additives: E160a - carotene, E322 - Lecithins, E322i - Lecithin, E330 - Citric acid, and E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. It is sold in France and United Kingdom.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition facts | Per 100 g / 100 ml | % RI* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 2,206 kJ / 537 kcal | 27% |
| Fat | 59 g | 84% |
| Saturated fat | 11 g | 55% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Salt | 1 g | 17% |
| Fruits, vegetables & legumes | 0 % |
*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).
Compared with similar products
Median values of 327 products in the category “Light margarines”.
Ingredients
rapeseed oil, water, plant stanol ester (plant stanols 6.6g/100g), palm oil, buttermilk powder, salt (1%), emulsifiers (mono and diglycerides of fatty acids, sunflower lecithin), natural flavourings, acidity regulator (citric acid), colour (carotenes), vitamin a, vitamin d3.
Allergens
Additives
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Benecol?
Benecol contains 537 kcal per 100 g.
Is Benecol vegan?
No. The ingredient list of Benecol contains at least one animal-derived ingredient.
Does Benecol contain palm oil?
Yes, the ingredient list of Benecol includes palm oil or a palm-derived ingredient.
Which additives does Benecol contain?
Benecol contains E160a - carotene, E322 - Lecithins, E322i - Lecithin, E330 - Citric acid, and E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids.
Which allergens are in Benecol?
According to Open Food Facts, the label of Benecol lists these allergens: Milk. Always check the package.
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