AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 12 ingredients in wagashi (sakura scented kinako mochi), our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 12 ingredient raises concerns, while 11 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include sugar (manufactured in Thailand), mochi powder, roasted soybean flour, cherry blossom processed products (sugar, starch syrup, cherry blossom salt pickled, cherry blossom leaf salt pickled, etc.). Allergen notice: contains Soy.
Why is wagashi (sakura scented kinako mochi) Haram?
- This item is categorised as Haram because of the inclusion of 'carmine', which violates Islamic dietary law. In-depth analysis using internationally accepted halal standards confirms this result. For full details, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (12)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar (manufactured in Thailand) * | Halal |
mochi powder * | Halal |
roasted soybean flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cherry blossom processed products (sugar, starch syrup, cherry blossom salt pickled, cherry blossom leaf salt pickled, etc.) Halal unless contaminated. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sorbitol Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E420 | Halal |
glycine Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flavoring Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carmine | Haram |
enzyme Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
processed starch * | Halal |
contains soybean * | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (1 allergens)
Soy
FoundHealth Sense (18 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Gout
RiskyReason: Contains soybean
Smart Labels
Vegan
Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
No animal-derived ingredients found
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 wagashi (sakura scented kinako mochi) halal to eat?
Yes — wagashi (sakura scented kinako mochi) has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 12 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in wagashi (sakura scented kinako mochi) are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: carmine. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other あわしま堂 products halal?
あわしま堂 produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our あわしま堂 brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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