HERSHEY'S special dark

candy • For 1-2 year old toddlers • Consumable 🍝

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Is this toddler-safe to eat HERSHEY'S special dark?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Safety Score: 6/10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: HERSHEY'S special dark contains 9 ingredients. 2 concerning, 1 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 found)

SUGAR

🚨6/10

Sugar is not recommended for babies 1-2 years due to risk of obesity dental caries and poor nutrition likely used as sweetener

Confidence: HIGHView Details

CHOCOLATE

🚨6/10

Chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine which can be harmful to 1-2 year olds. It may cause irritability and digestive issues. Often used for flavor but not recommended for this age.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

NATURAL FLAVOR

⚠️4/10

Natural Flavor is vague and may contain unknown substances not suitable for babies so caution is advised

Confidence: LOWView Details

COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI

✅3/10

Cocoa processed with alkali is generally safe in small amounts but contains caffeine and theobromine which may affect toddlers. Likely used for flavor in baby foods or supplements.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

SOY

✅2/10

Soy is generally safe for 1-2 years in formula or food unless allergy is present often used as protein source

Confidence: HIGHView Details

PGPR

✅2/10

PGPR is an emulsifier used in food products including baby foods in small amounts. It is generally safe but minor concerns exist due to limited infant-specific studies.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

COCOA BUTTER

✅1/10

Cocoa butter is a natural fat from cocoa beans used in small amounts in baby foods and supplements. It is generally safe for 1-2 year olds with no significant concerns.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

MILK FAT

✅1/10

Milk fat is a common safe source of fat in baby foods and formulas for 1-2 years unless allergy to milk exists

Confidence: HIGHView Details

LECITHIN

✅1/10

Lecithin is a common emulsifier and nutrient source safe for 1-2 year olds in baby food and formula with no significant concerns.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Common Questions About HERSHEY'S special dark

Toddler-friendly? HERSHEY'S special dark

HERSHEY'S special dark is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 9 ingredients in HERSHEY'S special dark. 2 concerning, 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can toddlers eating candy?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 1-2 year old toddlers. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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