AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 9 ingredients in Bitter Kas, our AI classified this product as Haram. 2 of 9 ingredients raise concerns, while 6 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include Carbonated water, glucose and fructose syrup, acidifier: E-330, aromas (including plant extracts).
Why is Bitter Kas Haram?
- The presence of 'ponceau 4r, e124' renders this product Haram. Our in-depth analysis, referencing globally recognised halal organisations, confirms this classification. For more information, check the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (9)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
Carbonated water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose and fructose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acidifier: E-330 Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
aromas (including plant extracts) * | Halal |
colorants: E-150d Food Colors E150D | Halal |
ponceau 4r Ponceau 4R is a synthetic red azo dye, also known as Cochineal Red A or New Coccine, commonly used as a food coloring agent E124 | Haram |
preservative: E-202 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carmoisine / azorubine Food Colors E122 | Doubtful |
e124 Ponceau 4R is a synthetic red azo dye, also known as Cochineal Red A or New Coccine, commonly used as a food coloring agent E124 | Haram |
Brand & Category Insights
Health Sense (6 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains glucose and fructose syrup
Osteoporosis
RiskyReason: Contains colorants: e-150d
Epilepsy
RiskyReason: Contains glucose and fructose syrup
Candida
RiskyReason: Contains glucose and fructose syrup
Smart Labels
Vegan
Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
No animal-derived ingredients found
Vegetarian
Vegetarian FriendlyCriteria: Excludes meat and seafood only
No restricted ingredients found
Pescatarian
Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
No restricted ingredients found
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bitter Kas halal to eat?
Yes — Bitter Kas has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 9 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in Bitter Kas are concerning?
The following ingredients are flagged: ponceau 4r, e124. Ponceau 4R is a synthetic red azo dye, also known as Cochineal Red A or New Coccine, commonly used as a food coloring agent
Are other kas products halal?
kas produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our kas brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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