AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 17 ingredients in gochujang, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 17 ingredient raises concerns, while 16 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include brown rice, starch syrup, purified water, gochugaru (red pepper powder). Allergen notice: contains Soy.
Why is gochujang Haram?
- The presence of 'alcohol' makes this product Haram. In-depth analysis using internationally recognised halal frameworks validates this result. For ingredient-level detail, refer to the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (17)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
brown rice Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
starch syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
purified water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gochugaru (red pepper powder) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
refined salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
garlic Used for flavoring; discouraged before prayers due to odor. | Halal |
onion Bulb vegetable; base for many dishes. | Halal |
isomaltoligosaccharide * | Halal |
cheongyang pepper powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sea salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gochujang soybean paste * | Halal |
red pepper powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
alcohol | Haram |
refined salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glutinous rice flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
yeast powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
spore (fermentation bacteria) * | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (1 allergens)
Soy
FoundHealth Sense (9 conditions)
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains refined salt, sea salt
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains isomaltoligosaccharide, refined salt, sea salt
Liver Disease
RiskyReason: Contains alcohol
Osteoporosis
RiskyReason: Contains refined salt, sea salt
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 gochujang halal to eat?
Yes — gochujang has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 17 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in gochujang are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: alcohol. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other DAESANG products halal?
DAESANG produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our DAESANG brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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