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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)
Sugar, Whey Permeate (milk), 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 (guar gum, E466, E340i, E339i, E452), Low Sodium Salt (sea salt, potassium chloride, magnesium sulphate), Anti-Caking Agent (E551), Milk Proteins, Emulsifier (E471), Sweetener (sodium saccharin). Suitable for vegetarians.
Why can't we give a definite answer for Instant Hot Chocolate?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether 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 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 Instant Hot Chocolate contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, Whey Permeate (milk), Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder, Coconut Oil, Dried Glucose Syrup, Lactose (milk), Milk Chocolate (3.0%) (sugar, cocoa butter, s...
What are the nutritional facts of Instant Hot Chocolate?
Instant Hot Chocolate contains 389 calories per 100g, with 5g of protein, 70g of carbohydrates, and 9g of fat.
How much sugar is in Instant Hot Chocolate?
Instant Hot Chocolate lists 63 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 Instant Hot Chocolate on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Instant Hot Chocolate fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.