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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 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)
Whey Permeate (milk), Sugar, Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder, Coconut Oil, Dried Glucose Syrup, Lactose (milk), Milk Chocolate 3.0% (sugar, cocoa butter, skimmed milk powder, cocoa mass, lactose and protein from whey (milk), palm fat, whey powder (milk), milk fat, emulsifier (soya lecithin), natural vanilla extract), Skimmed Milk Powder, Flavourings, Stabilisers (E412, E466, E340ii, E339i, E452), Low Sodium Salt (sea salt, potassium chloride, magnesium sulphate), Anti-Caking Agent (E551); Milk Proteins, Emulsifier (E471), Sweetener (E955).
Why can't we give a definite answer for Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate 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 Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate 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 Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Whey Permeate (milk), Sugar, Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder, Coconut Oil, Dried Glucose Syrup, Lactose (milk), Milk Chocolate 3.0% (sugar, cocoa butter, ski...
What are the nutritional facts of Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate?
Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate contains 396 calories per 100g, with 5.2g of protein, 72g of carbohydrates, and 8.8g of fat.
How much sugar is in Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate?
Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate lists 64 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 Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Galaxy Instant Hot Chocolate fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.