Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product
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Target diet: Halal
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"gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh)
- "gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) What is E428?
- "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)
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, low 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)
whey, milk, milk protein concentrate, modified food starch, canola oil, sodism citrate, contains less than 2% of gelatin, salt, calcium phosphate, sodium phosphate, lactic acid, sorbic acid as a preservative, milkfat, cheese culture, paprika extract and annatto (color), enzymes, natural flavor, vitamin a palmitate, contains: milk,
Why can't we give a definite answer for Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh) What is E428?
- "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)
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 Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "gelatin": 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 Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: whey, milk, milk protein concentrate, modified food starch, canola oil, sodism citrate, contains less than 2% of gelatin, salt, calcium phosphate, sod...
What are the nutritional facts of Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product?
Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product contains 184 calories per 100g, with 15.8g of protein, 15.8g of carbohydrates, and 6.3g of fat.
How much sugar is in Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product?
Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product lists 0.1 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).
Is Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Original Pasteurized Process Cheese Product fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.