AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 17 ingredients in Sunkist fruit snacks, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 16 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include Sugars (glucose, sugar, orange puree (orange pulp, water, concentrated orange juice, orange peel, orange oil)), Water, Modified corn starch, pectin. Allergen notice: contains Milk, Eggs, Soy.
Why is Sunkist fruit snacks Doubtful?
- Check Halal Logo Carefully: This item is labelled doubtful because it contains pectin, an ingredient under debate for halal compliance. The assessment is based on in-depth analysis and frameworks acknowledged internationally. For transparency, consult the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (17)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
Sugars (glucose, sugar, orange puree (orange pulp, water, concentrated orange juice, orange peel, orange oil)) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Modified corn starch Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
pectin Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E440A | Doubtful |
Malic acid Preservatives E296 | Halal |
Natural flavour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Black carrot concentrate Root vegetable; rich in beta-carotene. | Halal |
Sodium copper chlorophyllin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Turmeric Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Annatto Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Sodium citrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Citric acid (acidulant) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Mineral oil * | Halal |
Carnauba wax.
May contain: Milk Surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners E903 | Halal |
eggs Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soy Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sulfites. Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (3 allergens)
Milk
FoundEggs
FoundSoy
FoundHealth Sense (21 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains sugars )
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains sodium citrate, sodium copper chlorophyllin, soy
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains mineral oil
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains malic acid
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 Sunkist fruit snacks halal to eat?
Yes — Sunkist fruit snacks has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 17 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.
How was this product analyzed?
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