AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 16 ingredients in Halbfettmargarine Balance, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 15 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include Water, vegetable fats and oils (rapeseed, palm), modified starch, emulsifier: mono- and diglycerides of food fatty acids. Allergen notice: contains Milk.
Why is Halbfettmargarine Balance Doubtful?
- Check Halal Certification: Our evaluation classifies this product as doubtful, due to the ingredient lactic acid whose halal compliance is unclear. In-depth analysis referencing global halal frameworks supports this conclusion. For further insight, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (16)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
Water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vegetable fats and oils (rapeseed, palm) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifier: mono- and diglycerides of food fatty acids Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
skimmed milk powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
0.5% table salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
preservative: potassium sorbate 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 |
acidulant: citric acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
lactic acid Preservatives E270 | Doubtful |
coloring agent: carotene Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vitamin D Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
total fat content: 39% Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
*51% less fat than conventional margarine with 80% fat * | Halal |
store in the refrigerator after opening * | Halal |
unopened * | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (1 allergens)
Milk
FoundHealth Sense (10 conditions)
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains 0.5% table salt
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains 0.5% table salt
Lactose Intolerance
RiskyReason: Contains skimmed milk powder
Autoimmune
RiskyReason: Contains skimmed milk powder
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 Halbfettmargarine Balance halal to eat?
Yes — Halbfettmargarine Balance has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 16 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: lactic acid. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other lidl products halal?
lidl produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our lidl brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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