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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 high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high 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, water, whey, milk protein concentrate, modified food starch, gelatin, milkfat, sodium phosphate, salt, maltodextrin, lactic acid, sodium alginate, sorbic acid as a preservative, cheese culture, enzymes, apocarotenal (color), with potato starch, cell
Why can't we give a definite answer for Shreds, Cheddar?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Shreds, Cheddar 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 Shreds, Cheddar 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 Shreds, Cheddar contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Milk, water, whey, milk protein concentrate, modified food starch, gelatin, milkfat, sodium phosphate, salt, maltodextrin, lactic acid, sodium alginat...
What are the nutritional facts of Shreds, Cheddar?
Shreds, Cheddar contains 214 calories per 100g, with 17.9g of protein, 10.7g of carbohydrates, and 10.7g of fat.
How much sugar is in Shreds, Cheddar?
Shreds, Cheddar lists 3.6 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 Shreds, Cheddar ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Shreds, Cheddar is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Shreds, Cheddar on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Shreds, Cheddar fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.