Starburst, fruit chews candy
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?
- "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (Mushbooh)
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high 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)
Corn syrup, sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, apple juice from concentrate, less than 2% - citric acid, tapioca dextrin, gelatin, modified corn starch, artificial and natural flavors, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), coloring (red 40, blue 1).
Why can't we give a definite answer for Starburst, fruit chews candy?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Starburst, fruit chews candy 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?
- "natural flavors": a trade-secret blend that can involve animal-derived carriers or extracts (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 Starburst, fruit chews candy 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 Starburst, fruit chews candy contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Corn syrup, sugar, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, apple juice from concentrate, less than 2% - citric acid, tapioca dextrin, gelatin, modified corn sta...
What are the nutritional facts of Starburst, fruit chews candy?
Starburst, fruit chews candy contains 400 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 80g of carbohydrates, and 7.5g of fat.
How much sugar is in Starburst, fruit chews candy?
Starburst, fruit chews candy lists 52.5 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 Starburst, fruit chews candy ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Starburst, fruit chews candy is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Starburst, fruit chews candy on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Starburst, fruit chews candy fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.