AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 23 ingredients in Ginger Biscuits, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 22 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include Enriched flour (wheat flour, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), sugar, distilled monoglycerides, corn syrup. Allergen notice: contains Soy.
Why is Ginger Biscuits Doubtful?
- Verify Halal Logo: This item is considered doubtful as it contains artificial flavors, whose halal status is not fully confirmed. In-depth evaluation, referencing internationally recognised halal standards, supports this classification. For more information, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (23)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
Enriched flour (wheat flour, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
distilled monoglycerides Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
corn syrup Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
molasses Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vegetable shortening (palm oil, TBHQ, modified starch, ginger) Root spice; mentioned in Quran as blessed. | Halal |
whey powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
ammonium bicarbonate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
baking soda Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium acid pyrophosphate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soy lecithin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acacia (gum arabic) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
sodium carbonate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
potassium sorbate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
artificial flavors | Doubtful |
yellow 5 Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
annatto extract Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium benzoate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sucrose acetate isobutyrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
caramel | Halal |
soybeans. Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (1 allergens)
Soy
FoundHealth Sense (22 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains corn syrup, molasses, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt, sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium benzoate, sodium carbonate
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt, vegetable shortening
Gout
RiskyReason: Contains soybeans.
Smart Labels
Vegan
Not Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
Contains animal-derived ingredients
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 Ginger Biscuits halal to eat?
Yes — Ginger Biscuits has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 23 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: artificial flavors. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other shirley products halal?
shirley produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our shirley brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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