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"gelatine": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) What is E428?
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, 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)
glucose syrup, sugar, starch, gelatine, acids (citric acid, acetic acid), flavourir os,, vegetable oils (palm kernel, sunflower, cocorut, colours (anthocyanins, paprika extract, vegeta le carbon, lutein, curcumin), glazing agent (carnaub may contain wheat,
Why can't we give a definite answer for midget gems?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether midget gems fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "gelatine": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) What is E428?
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 midget gems Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "gelatine": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does midget gems contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: glucose syrup, sugar, starch, gelatine, acids (citric acid, acetic acid), flavourir os,, vegetable oils (palm kernel, sunflower, cocorut, colours (ant...
What are the nutritional facts of midget gems?
midget gems contains 344 calories per 100g, with 7.4g of protein, 77g of carbohydrates, and 0.2g of fat.
How much sugar is in midget gems?
midget gems lists 58 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 midget gems ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, midget gems is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat midget gems on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that midget gems fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.