Dangerous substances found in Dubai chocolate

Potentially harmful substances found in popular Dubai chocolate that has gained recognition on social media.

According to an investigation by the reputable publication Der Spiegel, this delicacy, positioned in the market as a premium product, contains carcinogenic compounds. The German consumer organization Stiftung Warentest conducted a thorough laboratory study of six different varieties of Dubai chocolate. The results of the analysis caused serious concern among specialists.

"None of the tested Dubai chocolates offers outstanding quality or special taste sensations that would justify the sometimes high price. On the contrary: two chocolates from Dubai were even significantly contaminated with harmful substances," said representatives of Stiftung Warentest.

The study included chocolate samples costing from 7 euros (320 UAH) to 25 euros (1130 UAH) for a 100-gram bar. Experts found that four of the six products did not meet labeling requirements - ingredient lists and nutritional information were incorrect or incomplete. Of particular concern was the absence of mandatory information for consumers suffering from allergies.

Some samples were found to contain "obvious" amounts of 3-monochloropropanediol and glycidyl ester - contaminants often present in refined palm oil and considered potentially carcinogenic. The product under the Le Damas brand also contained a "significant" amount of mold aflatoxins - carcinogenic substances that are widespread in pistachios.

"No health consequences should be expected from consuming chocolate. However, such findings about the presence of harmful substances are incompatible with the promise of high quality," emphasized the experts from Stiftung Warentest.