ALLERGENS
Our products are produced on equipment that processes the following allergens: peanuts, tree nuts, milk, and soy. We strive to keep our website up-to-date; however, we encourage you to check the ingredient label on the package to attain accurate, current information about the ingredients in the package. Click here for ingredient statements for each of our products.

GLUTEN FREE
Endangered Species Chocolate products are certified Gluten-Free® by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO). This important certification allows us to feel confident in recommending our chocolates to customers with Celiac Disease. Please look for the Certified Gluten-Free® symbol alongside product descriptions on our web store. Please visit GFCO.org to view our company listing. Click here for ingredient statements for each of our products.

NUTS
Although some of our products are made without nuts, they are produced in a factory that handles peanuts and tree nuts. We take precautions to minimize the risks of cross contamination with these ingredients; however, allergen experts note that a simple nut protein trace can cause an allergic reaction. We are sensitive to the fact that those with restricted diets due to nut allergies may not be able to enjoy our chocolate at this time. Click here for ingredient statements for each of our products.

DAIRY
Although some of our products are made without dairy ingredients, they are produced in a factory that handles dairy ingredients. We take precautions to minimize the risks of cross contamination. Careful scheduling and full flushing of chocolate lines when switching from milk to dark chocolate helps minimize the risks of cross contamination of dairy in our dark chocolate products; however, this purging method can not guarantee complete removal of dairy residue. Due to shared equipment issues, we cannot guarantee the absence of milk in our dark chocolate products. We are sensitive to the fact that those with restricted diets due to dairy allergies may not be able to enjoy our chocolate at this time. Click here for ingredient statements for each of our products.

SOY
All of our products contain soy lecithin. Click here for ingredient statements for each of our products.

VEGAN
Many of our dark chocolate products are Certified Vegan® by Vegan Action . This certification provides vegans an easy-to-recognize symbol applied to foods, clothing, cosmetics and other items that contain no animal products and are not tested on animals. Vegan certification is not an allergen certification; Vegan Action accepts products that may contain dairy due to being processed on shared equipment. If you have a dairy allergy, please refer to the “Allergens” and “Dairy” sections above. Click here for ingredient statements for each of our products.

SUGAR
Unbleached water-filered beet sugar is used in all of our all-natural products. The filtration process of the beet sugar does not require the final filtration through carbon (charcoal) which certifies that we do not use animal bone char in the process certifying us Vegan for most of our dark chocolate products. Beet sugar is considered to be among the purest foods available because it is 99.9 percent sucrose.

Organic cane sugar is used in all of our organic products. The cane sugar in our chocolate products is filtered using a diatomacious filtration process using no bone char from animals in the process. The primary distinction between beet and cane sugar, other than being derived from different plants, is the processing method. Unlike beet sugar, cane sugar processing typically takes place at two locations, the sugar mill and the refinery. Like beet sugar, cane sugar is considered to be among the purest foods available because it is 99.9 percent sucrose.

GMO (Genetically Modified Organism)
GMO, a genetically modified organism (GMO) is a plant, animal, or microorganism whose genetic code has been altered in order to give it characteristics that it does not have naturally.  GMOs are created to produce such benefits as higher yields, pest resistance, and longer shelf life; however, the long term effects on people and the environment have not yet been thoroughly studied.  Some experts worry about the unforeseeable and unpredictable effect GMOs might have on our future food supply. 

To support biodiversity and environmental integrity, Endangered Species Chocolate products do not contain genetically modified ingredients.   We verify this assurance by asking each of our suppliers to provide us with information regarding the GMO-free status on each ingredient that goes into our chocolate products.

SHADE GROWN
Shade-Grown cocoa is grown under the natural canopy of the forest. Shade cacao farms are sustainable, allowing the native species to remain in their natural habitat. Shade-grown cocoa beans mature more slowly, thus enhancing the flavor of the chocolate.

SINGLE-ORIGIN
Single-Origin chocolate, sometimes called varietal, is made from cocoa beans sourced from one area of the world. Several factors, such as humidity, rainfall, and temperature affect the flavor and aroma of cocoa. Many mass chocolate makers combine beans from multiple regions. Most chocolate connoisseurs prefer single-origin chocolate for its distinct, region-specific flavor profile. Endangered Species Chocolate uses Nigerian Forastero beans (a single-origin cocoa from the Ikom region of Nigeria) in our all-natural milk and dark chocolate products. This single-origin chocolate boasts a floral bouquet with dusky undertones.

Email info@chocolatebar.com or call 800-293-0160 to speak with our Customer Service Team if you need additional information to help you determine if our chocolate products are suitable for your dietary needs.