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"emulsifier": can be made from plant oils or animal fat; the label does not name the source (Mushbooh)
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
Wheat Flour (Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Butter, Vegetable Oil (Palm, Rapeseed), Butterscotch (7%) (Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Brown Sugar, Vegetable Fat: Shea Oil, Palm Oil, Sunflower Lecithin, Butter, Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk, Salt, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithin, Natural Flavour), Cornflour, Raising Agents (Ammonium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Carbonate), Whole Egg Powder, Skimmed Milk Powder, Salt. Allergy Advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain traces of nuts. WE ARE HAPPY TO DECLARE THAT THE PALM OIL CONTAINED WITHIN THE INGREDIENTS WE USE IS CERTIFIED AS SUSTAINABLE. 6
Why can't we give a definite answer for Border Biscuit?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Border Biscuit fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "emulsifier": can be made from plant oils or animal fat; the label does not name the source (Mushbooh)
Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Border Biscuit Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "emulsifier": can be made from plant oils or animal fat; the label does not name the source (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Border Biscuit contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Wheat Flour (Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Butter, Vegetable Oil (Palm, Rapeseed), Butterscotch (7%) (Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Brown Sugar, Veg...
What are the nutritional facts of Border Biscuit?
Border Biscuit contains 490.9 calories per 100g, with 4.7g of protein, 60.8g of carbohydrates, and 21.5g of fat.
How much sugar is in Border Biscuit?
Border Biscuit lists 26.5 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Is Border Biscuit ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Border Biscuit is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Border Biscuit on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Border Biscuit fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.