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"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)
- "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)
sugar, milk ingredients (21%) (skimmed milk powder, milk fat), cocoa butter, glucose syrup, barley malt extract (7%), cocoa mass, lactose , whey powder, vegetable fat, wheet four, emulsifier (soya lecithin), raising agents (e341, e500, e501), glazing agent (pectin), salt, natural vanilla extract, milk choclate contains milk solids 14% minimum
Why can't we give a definite answer for Maltesers 175g?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Maltesers 175g fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "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 Maltesers 175g Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "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) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Maltesers 175g contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, milk ingredients (21%) (skimmed milk powder, milk fat), cocoa butter, glucose syrup, barley malt extract (7%), cocoa mass, lactose , whey po...
What are the nutritional facts of Maltesers 175g?
Maltesers 175g contains 503 calories per 100g, with 8.2g of protein, 61.8g of carbohydrates, and 25.2g of fat.
How much sugar is in Maltesers 175g?
Maltesers 175g lists 52.6 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 Maltesers 175g ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Maltesers 175g is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Maltesers 175g on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Maltesers 175g fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.