The claim
Nutella causes cancer due to the presence of refined palm oil
Original publisher’s rating
Misleading
Reviewed by Factcrescendo Thailand ↗ ·
Read the original fact check ↗Original review summary
The review says high-temperature refining of palm oil can produce compounds of concern, but notes that their relevance to human health remains under investigation. It reports Ferrero’s statement that Nutella uses low-temperature refined palm oil and says its use complies with EFSA standards; the review concludes that the claim is misleading.[S1]
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Sources and attribution
- [S1] Factcrescendo Thailand original review
Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026
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