AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 7 ingredients in omusubi (plum), our AI classified this product as Haram. 2 of 7 ingredients raise concerns, while 5 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include flavoring, acidulant, alcohol, thickening polysaccharide.
Why is omusubi (plum) Haram?
- This item is ruled Haram because it contains 'alcohol', which is strictly prohibited. In-depth analysis guided by internationally recognised halal organisations confirms this result. Consult the ingredient section for ingredient-level insight.
Ingredient Analysis (7)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
flavoring Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acidulant Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
alcohol | Haram |
thickening polysaccharide * | Haram |
seasoning Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
amino acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
grape pigment Halal unless fermented into alcohol. | 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 omusubi (plum) halal to eat?
Yes — omusubi (plum) has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 7 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in omusubi (plum) are concerning?
The following ingredients are flagged: alcohol, thickening polysaccharide. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
Are other Showa Foods Co., Ltd. products halal?
Showa Foods Co., Ltd. produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our Showa Foods Co., Ltd. brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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