AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 60 ingredients in Sponge, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 60 ingredient raises concerns, while 57 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin.
Why is Sponge Haram?
- Our review classifies this product as Haram due to 'carmine', a prohibited ingredient. In-depth analysis, aligned with international halal certification guidelines, ensures reliability. For ingredient-level details, check the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (60)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
calcium carbonate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
iron Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
niacin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
thiamin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
dextrose Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
invert sugar syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
egg Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
humectant Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
glycerol Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E422 | Doubtful |
rice flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
raising agents Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
disodium diphosphate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium bicarbonate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
wheat flour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifiers Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
milk proteins Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
modified maize starch Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
flavoring Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
whey powder milk Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
preservatives Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sorbic acid Preservatives E200 | Halal |
calcium propionate Preservatives E282 | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
thickener Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
xanthan gum Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
soya Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
vegetable oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
palm Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
rapeseed Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
emulsifier Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
humectant Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
potassium sorbate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acidity regulator Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
raspberry flavour jam Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
apple puree Fruits are Halal unless contaminated with alcohol or non-Halal processing. | Halal |
glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
water Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gelling agent Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
pectin Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E440A | Doubtful |
acidity regulator Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
tricalcium citrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
colour Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carmine | Haram |
flavouring Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sunflower oil Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
preservative Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
potassium sorbate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
salt Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sweet dusting * | Halal |
dextrose Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
corn flour Permissible unless processed with Haram additives. | Halal |
palm oil 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 Sponge halal to eat?
Yes — Sponge has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 60 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Which ingredients in Sponge are concerning?
The following ingredient is flagged: carmine. Check the ingredient table above for full details.
How was this product analyzed?
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