AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 27 ingredients in Today 3-Bites Cocoa, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 26 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include sugar, hydrated vegetable oil, flour, pasteurized whole egg. Allergen notice: contains Milk, Wheat.
Why is Today 3-Bites Cocoa Doubtful?
- Check for Halal Certification: Due to the ingredient polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, this product falls into the doubtful category, pending further verification from halal authorities. In-depth analysis ensures accuracy, referencing global certification practices. For more details, check the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (27)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hydrated vegetable oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pasteurized whole egg Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
polyglycerol esters of fatty acids Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E475 | Doubtful |
humectant (glycerin) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pregelatinized preservative (potassium sorbate) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifier (soy lecithin) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
corn starch Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
raising agent (sodium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flavorings Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa sauce (15%): glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa mass Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hydrated Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifier (soy lecithin) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flavoring Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acid regulator (citric acid) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
whey powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifier (soy lecithin) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
aroma Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (2 allergens)
Milk
FoundWheat
FoundHealth Sense (22 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains cocoa sauce : glucose syrup, glucose syrup, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains hydrated vegetable oil, salt
Gout
RiskyReason: Contains pasteurized whole egg
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 Today 3-Bites Cocoa halal to eat?
Yes — Today 3-Bites Cocoa has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 27 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: polyglycerol esters of fatty acids. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
How was this product analyzed?
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