AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 22 ingredients in chupa chips, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 22 ingredient raises concerns, while 18 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include sugar, glucose syrup, modified starch, wheat flour. Allergen notice: contains Wheat.
Why is chupa chips Haram?
- Due to 'carmine', this product is categorised as Haram. Our in-depth analysis, referencing globally trusted halal frameworks, validates this classification. For ingredient-specific details, review the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (22)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
stabilizers Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glycerol Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E422 | Doubtful |
fatty acids Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sorbitol Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E420 | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
malic acid Preservatives E296 | Halal |
lactic acid Preservatives E270 | Doubtful |
fumaric acid Preservatives E297 | Halal |
dextrose Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
coconut oil All parts (water, milk, flesh) are Halal. | Halal |
gelatin Check for Halal Logo E441 | Doubtful |
mono and diglycerides of fatty acids Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flavors Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
trisodium citrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
beeswax Surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners E901 | Halal |
carmine | Haram |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (1 allergens)
Wheat
FoundHealth Sense (22 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains dextrose, glucose syrup, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt, trisodium citrate
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Gout
RiskyReason: Contains beeswax
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 chupa chips halal to eat?
Yes — chupa chips has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 22 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in chupa chips are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: carmine. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other Chupa Chips products halal?
Chupa Chips produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our Chupa Chips brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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