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"e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh)
- "e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh) What is E471?
- "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)
NUTRITION Sugar, glucose syrup, Typical Values Per 100 c Sweetened condensed milk Energy 2074 k 496 kca 27.8 g [whole MILK, sugar, lactose (MILK)], palm fat, butter (MILK), rapeseed oil, brown sugar [sugar, molasses], invert sugar syrup, salt, sea salt, flavouring, emulsifier (E471). Fat
Why can't we give a definite answer for special toffee (original)?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether special toffee (original) fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh) What is E471?
- "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 special toffee (original) Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "e471": an emulsifier made from plant oils or animal fat; the E-number is identical either way (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does special toffee (original) contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: NUTRITION Sugar, glucose syrup, Typical Values Per 100 c Sweetened condensed milk Energy 2074 k 496 kca 27.8 g [whole MILK, sugar, lactose (MILK)], pa...
What are the nutritional facts of special toffee (original)?
special toffee (original) contains 496 calories per 100g, with 1.8g of protein, 46.8g of carbohydrates, and 27.8g of fat.
How much sugar is in special toffee (original)?
special toffee (original) lists 27.8 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 special toffee (original) ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, special toffee (original) is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat special toffee (original) on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that special toffee (original) fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.