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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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Ingredients (original text)
sugar, _wheat_ glucose syrup, water, thickener (_wheat_ starch), food acid (330), gelling agent (gelatine), flavour, apple juice concentrated (0.3%), colours (122, 133, 102, 110), glazing agent (903).
Why can't we give a definite answer for Starburst babies?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Starburst babies 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 Starburst babies 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 Starburst babies contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, _wheat_ glucose syrup, water, thickener (_wheat_ starch), food acid (330), gelling agent (gelatine), flavour, apple juice concentrated (0.3%), ...
Is Starburst babies ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Starburst babies is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Starburst babies on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Starburst babies fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.