AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 20 ingredients in mushroom flavour sauce mix, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 19 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include dried pasta [durum wheat semolina] (84%), maltodextrin, maize starch, flavourings (contain barley). Allergen notice: contains Milk, Wheat, Soy.
Why is mushroom flavour sauce mix Doubtful?
- Check for Halal Mark: Due to the presence of polyphosphate, this product is categorised as doubtful. In-depth analysis referencing globally trusted halal authorities highlights the uncertainty. For a full review, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (20)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
dried pasta [durum wheat semolina] (84%) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
maltodextrin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
maize starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flavourings (contain barley) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
onion powder Bulb vegetable; base for many dishes. | Halal |
mushroom juice concentrate Fungus; permissible unless contaminated. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
whey protein concentrate (milk) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
polyphosphate Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E452 | Doubtful |
dried parsley Herb used as vegetable; rich in vitamin K. | Halal |
ground turmeric * | Halal |
ground black pepper Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gluten Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
egg Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soya Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
mustard Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat semolina Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
barley Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (5 allergens)
Milk
FoundWheat
FoundSoy
FoundGluten
FoundHealth Sense (20 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains maltodextrin, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains salt, soya
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains mustard, salt
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains barley, maltodextrin, salt, wheat semolina
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 mushroom flavour sauce mix halal to eat?
Yes — mushroom flavour sauce mix has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 20 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: polyphosphate. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other Tesco products halal?
Tesco produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our Tesco brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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