AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 28 ingredients in BOOST, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 27 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include water, sugar, glucose syrup, whey protein isolate (milk).
Why is BOOST Doubtful?
- Check for Halal Logo: This product contains lcysteine hydrochloride, which is classified as doubtful due to uncertainty in its halal status. Our in-depth analysis, aligned with international halal authorities, marks the product as questionable. For further details, please consult the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (28)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
whey protein isolate (milk) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
phosphoric acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vegetable juice (color) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
lcysteine hydrochloride Surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners E920 | Doubtful |
natural and artificial 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 |
ascorbic acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate * | Halal |
ferrous sulfate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
zinc sulfate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
niacinamide Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
calcium pantothenate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
copper gluconate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
manganese sulfate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vitamin a palmitate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pyridoxine hydrochloride Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
thiamine hydrochloride Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
riboflavin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
folic acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
potassium iodide Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vitamin k1 * | Halal |
biotin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vitamin d3 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vitamin b12 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk ingredient * | 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 BOOST halal to eat?
Yes — BOOST has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 28 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: lcysteine hydrochloride. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other Nestlé products halal?
Nestlé produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our Nestlé brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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