AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 27 ingredients in The Pik Box, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 24 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 3 require further verification. Key ingredients include glucose syrup, sugar, gelatin, dextrose.
Why is The Pik Box Doubtful?
- Look for Halal Logo: The inclusion of gelatin, patent blue v, lutein makes this product doubtful. Our in-depth evaluation, guided by internationally recognised halal certification standards, supports this classification. For more information, check the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (27)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
glucose syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sugar Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
gelatin Check for Halal Logo E441 | Doubtful |
dextrose Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citric acid Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E330 | Halal |
malic acid Preservatives E296 | Halal |
carnauba wax Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
citrate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
tricalcium * | Halal |
malate Antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents E350 | Halal |
sodium acid Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
concentrated fruits and plants: lemon Permissible unless contaminated. | Halal |
safflower Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sweet potato Starchy tuber; versatile in cooking. | Halal |
cherry Halal unless contaminated. | Halal |
apple Fruits are Halal unless contaminated with alcohol or non-Halal processing. | Halal |
radish Crunchy root; peppery flavor. | Halal |
spirulina Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carrot Root vegetable; rich in beta-carotene. | Halal |
blackcurrant Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
hibiscus Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
invert sugar syrup Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
patent blue v Food Colors E131 | Doubtful |
vegetable carbon Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
carotene plants Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
lutein Food Colors E161B | Doubtful |
anthocyanins Food Colors E163 | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Health Sense (17 conditions)
Diabetes
RiskyReason: Contains dextrose, glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, sugar
Hypertension
RiskyReason: Contains sodium acid
Celiac Disease
RiskyReason: Contains malate, malic acid
Kidney Disease
RiskyReason: Contains carotene plants, sweet potato
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
Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
No restricted ingredients found
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Pik Box halal to eat?
Yes — The Pik Box has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 27 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
3 ingredients require further verification: gelatin, patent blue v, lutein. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
Are other haribo products halal?
haribo produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our haribo brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.
How was this product analyzed?
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