Ingredient

Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cocoa powder provides a chocolate flavor and dark color. It is commonly used in …

What is Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder?

Cocoa powder is made from dried and roasted cocoa beans. For fat-reduced cocoa powder, most of the cocoa butter (fat) is removed before the beans are ground into a powder. The term 'organic' means it was produced without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.

Is Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder vegan?

Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder used for?

Cocoa powder provides a chocolate flavor and dark color.

Is Organic Fat-reduced Cocoa Powder safe?

Cocoa powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Cocoa powder provides a chocolate flavor and dark color. It is commonly used in baked goods like cookies and cakes, as well as in chocolate bars, hot chocolate mixes, and powdered drink mixes.

Health notes

Cocoa powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains flavanols, which are plant compounds that may have antioxidant properties. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cocoa and cocoa products. Research into the health effects of flavanols is ongoing, with some studies suggesting potential benefits for heart health and cognitive function at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Cocoa is derived from the cocoa bean, which is not one of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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