AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 19 ingredients in assorted dark chocolate, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 18 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, anhydrous milk fat.
Why is assorted dark chocolate Doubtful?
- Verify Halal Logo: This product is doubtful because pectin could not be fully verified as halal. In-depth evaluation, guided by globally trusted halal frameworks, supports this cautious classification. See the ingredient section for full details.
Ingredient Analysis (19)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
cocoa mass Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa butter Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
anhydrous milk fat Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
almonds Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
orange juice from concentrate Citrus fruits are Halal. | Halal |
emulsifier (soya lecithin) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
invert sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
lemon juice from concentrate Permissible unless contaminated. | Halal |
vanilla Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sea salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pineapple Tropical fruit with no restrictions. | Halal |
flavourings Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pectin Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E440A | Doubtful |
extract of chili pepper Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sesame seeds Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hazelnuts Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cocoa solids Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
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 assorted dark chocolate halal to eat?
Yes — assorted dark chocolate has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 19 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 lindt products halal?
lindt produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our lindt brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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