Is Salsa De Queso Old El Paso Halal?
AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 28 ingredients in Salsa De Queso Old El Paso, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 25 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 3 require further verification. Key ingredients include water, pieces of red pepper qu (11%), cheddar cheese (8%), sunflower oil. Allergen notice: contains Milk, Wheat, Mustard.
Why is Salsa De Queso Old El Paso Doubtful?
- Check Halal Certification: This product contains pectin, polyphosphate, sodium phosphates, which may not fully comply with halal standards. In-depth analysis referencing international halal organisations ensures accuracy. For ingredient-level clarity, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (28)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pieces of red pepper qu (11%) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cheddar cheese (8%) * | Halal |
sunflower oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified corn starch Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
whey powder (milk, egg white) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk powder Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
cheese powder (1.6%) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tomato paste (1.5%) Botanically fruit but used as vegetable. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acidity regulators: lactic acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
pectin Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E440A | Doubtful |
yeast extract Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
garlic acid puree Used for flavoring; discouraged before prayers due to odor. | Halal |
flavorings Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
spices Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
polyphosphate Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E452 | Doubtful |
sodium citrates Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium phosphates Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E339 | Doubtful |
cheese (0.1%) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
maltodextrin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
dextrose Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tomato powder Botanically fruit but used as vegetable. | Halal |
mustard flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
color: paprika extract Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Allergy Warning (3 allergens)
Milk
FoundWheat
FoundMustard
FoundHealth Sense (24 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains dextrose, maltodextrin, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains emulsifiers: sodium polyphosphate, salt, sodium citrates, sodium phosphates
Heart Disease
RiskyReason: Contains salt
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains maltodextrin, salt, wheat flour
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 Salsa De Queso Old El Paso halal to eat?
Yes — Salsa De Queso Old El Paso has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 28 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
3 ingredients require further verification: pectin, polyphosphate, sodium phosphates. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other old-el-paso products halal?
old-el-paso produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our old-el-paso brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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