AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 29 ingredients in Cakerol, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 29 ingredient raises concerns, while 24 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include sugar, wheat flour, glucose-fructose syrup, vegetable oil (rapeseed, palm).
Why is Cakerol Haram?
- This product is considered Haram as it includes 'e120', which conflicts with halal principles. In-depth analysis guided by global halal organisations confirms this classification. For details on ingredient compliance, check the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (29)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose-fructose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vegetable oil (rapeseed, palm) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
eggs Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
strawberry Permissible unless contaminated. | Halal |
glycerol Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E422 | Doubtful |
starch (contains wheat) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm fat Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
polyglycerol esters of fatty acids Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E475 | Doubtful |
mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
lecithins Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk protein Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
raising agents: sodium carbonates Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
diphosphates Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acidity regulators: sodium acetates Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
sodium citrates Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
preservative: potassium sorbate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gelling agent: pectins Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
almonds Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
natural 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 |
natural vanilla flavor Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e120 | Haram |
e160a Food Colors E160A | Doubtful |
e160e Food Colors E160E | Doubtful |
elderberry juice concentrate Used in syrups; must be cooked. | 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 Cakerol halal to eat?
Yes — Cakerol has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 29 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in Cakerol are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: e120. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
How was this product analyzed?
Halal AI uses artificial intelligence to read and cross-reference every ingredient against halal databases and E-code references. You can also scan any product yourself using the free Halal AI app.
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