Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy

Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy

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Target diet: Palm Oil Free

Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy · Palm Oil Free

No, skip it.

palm kernel, and 2 more.

  • palm kernel
  • palm kernel oil
  • hydrogenated palm

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Deciding ingredient

palm kernel

On the label

SUGARCORN SYRUPCITRIC ACIDLESS THAN 2% OF: MALIC ACIDTAPIOCA DEXTRINMODIFIED CORN STARCHSODIUM CITRATE COLORSINCLUDES YELLOW 5 LAKE

What we checked

Palm oil in the ingredientspalm kernel, palm kernel oil, hydrogenated palm
Open Food Facts analysisPalm oil flagged

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
400 kcal
Fat
3.3 g
Saturated fat
3.3 g
Carbohydrates
93.3 g
Sugars
70 g
high
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is 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.

Ingredients (original text)

SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, LESS THAN 2% OF: MALIC ACID, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SODIUM CITRATE COLORS (INCLUDES YELLOW 5 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAIE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CARNAUBA WAX

Detailed analysis: why is Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy not palm oil-free?

Our analysis indicates that Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • palm kernel
  • palm kernel oil
  • hydrogenated palm

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, LESS THAN 2% OF: MALIC ACID, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SODIUM CITRATE COLORS (INCLUDES YELLOW 5 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAIE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, CARNAUBA WAX. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy contains 400 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 3.3g of fat, and 93.3g of carbohydrates (70g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy Palm Oil Free?

No, Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm kernel, palm kernel oil, hydrogenated palm.

Does Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, LESS THAN 2% OF: MALIC ACID, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SODIUM CITRATE COLOR...

What are the nutritional facts of Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy?

Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy contains 400 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 93.3g of carbohydrates, and 3.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy?

Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy lists 70 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).

Does Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy contain palm oil?

Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Skittles Sour Pop'd Freeze Dried Candy. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.