AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 41 ingredients in Carrot cake with chocolate coating, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 41 ingredient raises concerns, while 36 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include prepared sugar, wheat flour, carrot pieces, starch. Allergen notice: contains Wheat, Soy, Gluten.
Why is Carrot cake with chocolate coating Haram?
- This product is Haram due to the presence of 'e124', an ingredient prohibited under halal rules. In-depth analysis, aligned with international halal guidelines, supports this classification. See the ingredient section for a detailed ingredient-level review.
Ingredient Analysis (41)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
prepared sugar * | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carrot pieces Root vegetable; rich in beta-carotene. | Halal |
starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sunflower oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e420 Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E420 | Halal |
gluten Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e470a * | Halal |
e471 Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E471 | Doubtful |
e472b * | Halal |
e472e Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E472E | Doubtful |
e477 Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E477 | Doubtful |
e500 Salts and related compounds E500 | Halal |
e450i * | Halal |
e452 Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E452 | Doubtful |
e415 Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E415 | Halal |
e102 Food Colors E102 | Halal |
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 |
egg Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e202 Preservatives E202 | Halal |
e330 Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
sunflower oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e300 Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E300 | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e450 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e500 Salts and related compounds E500 | Halal |
glycerin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e200 Preservatives E200 | Halal |
e202 Preservatives E202 | Halal |
e330 Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
chocolate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm fat Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
natural cocoa powder * | Halal |
cocoa butter Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soy lecithin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vanilla Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
aromas Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (3 allergens)
Wheat
FoundSoy
FoundGluten
FoundHealth Sense (20 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains prepared sugar, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt, wheat flour
Smart Labels
Vegan
Not Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
Contains animal-derived ingredients
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 Carrot cake with chocolate coating halal to eat?
Yes — Carrot cake with chocolate coating has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 41 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in Carrot cake with chocolate coating are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: 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
How was this product analyzed?
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