AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 11 ingredients in Skittles, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 10 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 1 requires further verification. Key ingredients include sugar, glucose syrup, palm fat, acids (citric acid).
Why is Skittles Doubtful?
- Check Halal Mark: Due to the presence of e162, this product is categorised as doubtful. In-depth analysis using global halal authorities confirms this outcome. For full ingredient-level insight, see the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (11)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm fat Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acids (citric acid) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
dextrin Starch derivatives E1400 | Halal |
maltodextrin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flavourings Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
e162 Food Colors E162 | Doubtful |
acidity regulator (trisodium citrate) Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glazing agent (carnauba wax) Permissible in Islam. | 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 Skittles halal to eat?
Yes — Skittles has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 11 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
1 ingredient requires further verification: e162. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other Mars products halal?
Mars produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our Mars brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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