Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint

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Target diet: Halal

Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint · Halal

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"shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh)

  • "shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh) What is E904?
  • "confectioner's glaze": source unclear (Mushbooh)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

Sugarcorn syrupmodified food starchcornacaciagum arabictitanium dioxide [colorconfectioner's glaze

What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)None found
Doubtful (Mushbooh) items"shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh)

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
381 kcal
Fat
0 g
Carbohydrates
97.6 g
Sugars
71.4 g
high
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in sugars, low in salt. 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)

Sugar, corn syrup, modified food starch (corn), acacia (gum arabic), titanium dioxide [color], confectioner's glaze (shellac), coconut oil, peppermint oil, carnauba wax, white mineral oil, artificial flavor, red 40, sunflower lecithin, beeswax, red 3, blue 1, yellow 6.

Why can't we give a definite answer for Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint fits a halal diet. Reasons:

  • "shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh) What is E904?
  • "confectioner's glaze": source unclear (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 Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint Halal?

We cannot say for certain. "shellac": an insect-derived glazing agent; certifier opinions differ (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.

Does Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, corn syrup, modified food starch (corn), acacia (gum arabic), titanium dioxide [color], confectioner's glaze (shellac), coconut oil, peppermint...

What are the nutritional facts of Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint?

Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint contains 381 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 97.6g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat.

How much sugar is in Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint?

Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint lists 71.4 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 Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint on a Halal diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Crushed candy canes, peppermint, peppermint fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.