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"e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh)
- "e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh) What is E471?
- "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
- "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 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.
Ingredients (original text)
Flour (33%) (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Caramel (24%) [Glucose Syrup, Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Humectant (Glycerine), Salt, Emulsifier (E471)], Milk Chocolate (18%) [Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Dried Skimmed Milk, Dried Whey (Milk), Butter Oil (Milk), Vegetable Fats (Palm, Shea), Emulsifiers (Soya Lecithin, E476), Natural Flavouring), Vegetable Oil (Palm), Wholemeal Wheat Flour (7%), Sugar, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Malic Acid, Ammonium Bicarbonate), Salt.
Why can't we give a definite answer for Digestives classic caramel?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Digestives classic caramel fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh) What is E471?
- "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
- "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 Digestives classic caramel Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Digestives classic caramel contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Flour (33%) (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Caramel (24%) [Glucose Syrup, Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Humec...
What are the nutritional facts of Digestives classic caramel?
Digestives classic caramel contains 480 calories per 100g, with 2g of protein, 66g of carbohydrates, and 22g of fat.
How much sugar is in Digestives classic caramel?
Digestives classic caramel lists 31 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).
Can I eat Digestives classic caramel on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Digestives classic caramel fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.