Common questions

Is 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate healthy?

72% Cacao Dark Chocolate scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This dark chocolate contains beneficial ingredients like chocolate liquor and cocoa powder, which are rich in antioxidants and support cardiovascular health.

How processed is 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate?

72% Cacao Dark Chocolate is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Powder count in its favor; Sugar, Natural Flavor are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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72% Cacao Dark Chocolate

Name: 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate
Brand: Private Selection

Private Selection

Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 2

Owned by Kroger

Category Chocolate

Summary

This dark chocolate contains beneficial ingredients like chocolate liquor and cocoa powder, which are rich in antioxidants and support cardiovascular health. However, the presence of refined sugar and natural flavors, which are highly processed and lack transparency, detracts from its overall health profile. Additionally, the product's ultra-processed nature limits its score, despite the positive aspects of its cacao content.

Key ingredients 5

Cocoa Butter

Good

Cocoa butter contains healthy fats that can support skin health and provide a smooth texture to the chocolate.

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Cocoa Powder

Good

Cocoa powder is rich in antioxidants and nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient in dark chocolate.

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Chocolate Liquor

Neutral

Chocolate liquor is a core component of dark chocolate, providing the rich cocoa flavor without added sugars, and is generally considered neutral in health impact.

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Sugar

Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to health concerns when consumed in excess, which is why it is classified as harmful.

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Natural Flavor

Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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