AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 55 ingredients in chocolate fudge cake, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 51 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 4 require further verification. Key ingredients include sugar, water, bleached enriched wheat flour, wheat flour. Allergen notice: contains Milk, Eggs, Wheat.
Why is chocolate fudge cake Doubtful?
- Check Halal Certification: This product contains sorbitan tristearate, sorbitan monostearate, polyoxyethane (20) sorbitan monostearate / polysorbate 60, carrageenan, which may not fully comply with halal standards. In-depth analysis referencing international halal organisations ensures accuracy. For ingredient-level clarity, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (55)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
bleached enriched wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
niacin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
reduced iron Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
thiamin mononitrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
riboflavin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
folic acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
eggs Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vegetable oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soybean oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
canola oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm kernel oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
dark chocolate flavored chips Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm kernel oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sorbitan tristearate Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E492 | Doubtful |
soy lecithin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa powder processed with alkali Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified cornstarch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
corn syrup Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
soy flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
mono & diglycerides Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vital wheat gluten Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified whey * | Halal |
sodium bicarbonate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
corn syrup solids Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cornstarch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium aluminum phosphate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
whey Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
guar gum Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
xanthan gum Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sorbitan monostearate Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E491 | Doubtful |
potassium sorbate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium propionate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
nonfat milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soy lecithin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium stearoyl lactylate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
calcium acetate Preservatives E263 | Halal |
dark chocolate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa mass Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa butter Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa powder processed with alkali Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soy lecithin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
natural flavor This natural flavor does not contain any alcohol in the final product. It is derived from natural sources and considered Halal when alcohol is not present. | Halal |
polyoxyethane (20) sorbitan monostearate / polysorbate 60 Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E435 | Doubtful |
calcium carbonate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glycerin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carrageenan Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E407 | Doubtful |
agar Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E406 | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (5 allergens)
Milk
FoundEggs
FoundWheat
FoundSoy
FoundHealth Sense (28 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains agar, corn syrup, corn syrup solids, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt, sodium aluminum phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium propionate, sodium stearoyl lactylate
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains palm oil, salt, vegetable oil
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains bleached enriched wheat flour, salt, vital wheat gluten, wheat flour, whey
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 chocolate fudge cake halal to eat?
Yes — chocolate fudge cake has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 55 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
4 ingredients require further verification: sorbitan tristearate, sorbitan monostearate, polyoxyethane (20) sorbitan monostearate / polysorbate 60, carrageenan. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other café valley products halal?
café valley produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our café valley brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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