AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 14 ingredients in BBQ MARSHMALLOW, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 14 ingredient raises concerns, while 12 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include sugar, maltose syrup, gelatin, sorbitol.
Why is BBQ MARSHMALLOW Haram?
- This product is categorised as Haram due to 'carmine', which is not permissible under halal guidelines. In-depth analysis guided by international certification practices confirms the result. Check the ingredient section for a complete breakdown.
Ingredient Analysis (14)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
maltose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gelatin Check for Halal Logo E441 | Doubtful |
sorbitol Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E420 | Halal |
corn starch Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
sodium citrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hydroxypropyl phosphate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
artificial flavor Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carmine | Haram |
fd&c yellow no. 5 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
fd&c blue no. 1 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
fd&c yellow no. 6 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Health Sense (17 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains glucose powder, maltose syrup, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains sodium citrate
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains maltose syrup
Liver Disease
RiskyReason: Contains carmine
Smart Labels
Vegan
Not Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
Contains animal-derived ingredients
Vegetarian
Not Vegetarian FriendlyCriteria: Excludes meat and seafood only
Contains meat or seafood ingredients
Pescatarian
Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
No restricted ingredients found
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BBQ MARSHMALLOW halal to eat?
Yes — BBQ MARSHMALLOW has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 14 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in BBQ MARSHMALLOW are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: carmine. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other ME CANDY products halal?
ME CANDY produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our ME CANDY brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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