AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 35 ingredients in lotl choco pie cacao, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 35 ingredient raises concerns, while 31 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include sugar, wheat flour, corn starch syrup, shortening (palm kernel oil). Allergen notice: contains Milk, Wheat, Soy.
Why is lotl choco pie cacao Haram?
- The presence of 'ethanol' makes this product Haram. In-depth analysis using internationally recognised halal frameworks validates this result. For ingredient-level detail, refer to the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (35)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
corn starch syrup Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
shortening (palm kernel oil) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm stearin oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
beef Check for Halal logo | Doubtful |
soy lecithin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
d-tocopherol * | Halal |
cocoa powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa preparation * | Halal |
vegetable oil (palm kernel oil) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm stearin oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hydrogenated palm stearin oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hydrogenated palm kernel oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glycerin esters of fatty acids * | Halal |
egg Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
lactose Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
mixed milk powder (skim milk powder, whey powder) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acidity regulators (sodium bicarbonate, calcium phosphate (mono-basic)) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gelatin Check for Halal Logo E441 | Doubtful |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifier (soy lecithin, glycerin esters of fatty acids) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
artificial flavors | Doubtful |
mixed formulation [emulsifier (sodium caseinate) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acidity regulator (calcium hydroxide) Salts and related compounds E526 | Halal |
arabic gum Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vanillin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
xanthan gum Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cinnamon powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
diced peanut Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
almond powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
ethanol | Haram |
cocoa mass] Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (3 allergens)
Milk
FoundWheat
FoundSoy
FoundHealth Sense (28 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains glucose, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains palm oil, salt, shortening, vegetable oil
Gout
RiskyReason: Contains beef tallow
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
Not Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
Contains meat ingredients
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lotl choco pie cacao halal to eat?
Yes — lotl choco pie cacao has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 35 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in lotl choco pie cacao are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: ethanol. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other LOTTE products halal?
LOTTE produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our LOTTE brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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