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Candy Melts
Candy Melts provides 525 kcal per 100 g, with 67.5 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 22% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Baking decorations category. Contains: milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 33 pieces (40 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 525 kcal | 210 kcal | 384 +37% | |
| Total fat | 30 g | 12 g | 15% | 12.2 +145% |
| Saturated fat | 27.5 g | 11 g | 55% | 10.7 +158% |
| Carbohydrates | 67.5 g | 27 g | 10% | 67.7 |
| Total sugars | 67.5 g | 27 g | 55.3 +22% | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 65 g | 26 g | 52% | 38.8 +67% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.8 −100% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0.1 +62% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2586 Baking decorations products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Low sodium
- 88 mg sodium per 100 g (EU: no more than 120 mg per 100 g)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other baking decorations
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, palm kernel oil, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, whey powder, whole milk solids, non-fat milk solids, titanium dioxide (color), soy lecithin, fd&c red #40 lake, salt, natural and artificial flavors.
- Allergens
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Red 40 (E129) is among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Red 40 (E129) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 40 (E129) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Red 40 (E129) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
Titanium dioxide has not been authorised as a food additive in the EU since February 7, 2022.
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 40, Titanium dioxide.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 33 pieces (40 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0070896160928
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Candy Melts?
Candy Melts contains 525 kcal per 100 g and about 210 kcal per serving (33 pieces (40 g)).
How much sugar is in Candy Melts?
Candy Melts has 67.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Candy Melts healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Candy Melts vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Candy Melts contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Candy Melts contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 40 (E129) and Titanium dioxide (E171). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using Red 40 (E129) by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars Red 40 (E129) from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars Red 40 (E129) from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with Red 40 (E129); the EU has not allowed titanium dioxide in food since 2022. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 20, 2022. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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