Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese

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Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese · 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)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

MILKWHEYWATERMILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATEMODIFIED FOOD STARCHMILKFATGELATINSODIUM PHOSPHATE

What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)None found
Doubtful (Mushbooh) items"gelatin": animal-derived; pork gelatin is haram, certified beef gelatin is accepted, and the label rarely names the animal (Mushbooh)

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
752 kcal
Fat
38.2 g
Saturated fat
25.5 g
high
Carbohydrates
38.2 g
Sugars
12.7 g
Fibre
0 g
Protein
63.8 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, 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)

MILK, WHEY, WATER, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, GELATIN, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, LACTIC ACID, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES, WITH POTATO STARCH, CELLULOSE POWDER AND CALCIUM SULFATE ADDED TO PREVENT CAK

Why can't we give a definite answer for Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese 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 Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese 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 Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: MILK, WHEY, WATER, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, GELATIN, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, LACTIC ACID, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIV...

What are the nutritional facts of Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese?

Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese contains 752 calories per 100g, with 63.8g of protein, 38.2g of carbohydrates, and 38.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese?

Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese lists 12.7 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese on a Halal diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Shredded Pasteurized Prepared Cheese fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.