AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 20 ingredients in Reduced fat chocolate and caramel flavoured ice cream with caramel sauce, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 19 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include fresh milk, sugar, water, fresh cream (milk). Allergen notice: contains Milk, Gluten.
Why is Reduced fat chocolate and caramel flavoured ice cream with caramel sauce Doubtful?
- Check for Halal Mark: This product is flagged as doubtful because it contains pectin, which lacks conclusive halal certification. In-depth analysis, guided by international halal standards, confirms this cautious classification. For further clarity, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (20)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
fresh milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
fresh cream (milk) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk solids Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
maltodextrin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa solids Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifiers Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
colors Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
thickeners Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pectin Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E440A | Doubtful |
guar gum Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
processed eucheuma seaweed Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
malt powder (barley) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
burnt sugar * | Halal |
acidity regulator 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 |
milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gluten Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (2 allergens)
Milk
FoundGluten
FoundHealth Sense (16 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains burnt sugar, glucose syrup, maltodextrin, sugar
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains malt powder, maltodextrin
Lactose Intolerance
RiskyReason: Contains fresh cream, fresh milk, milk, milk solids
Anxiety/Insomnia
RiskyReason: Contains cocoa solids
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 Reduced fat chocolate and caramel flavoured ice cream with caramel sauce halal to eat?
Yes — Reduced fat chocolate and caramel flavoured ice cream with caramel sauce has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 20 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: pectin. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other Hershey's products halal?
Hershey's produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our Hershey's brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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