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Catch Sambher Masala vs Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g
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What's different
- •Only Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g lists the flagged ingredients Natural Colour and Flavour Enhancer.
- •Only Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g lists the allergen Soy.
Scores: Catch Sambher Masala has the higher Decode Label score (4.5 vs 3.9). Which difference matters most depends on who is eating or using it — that's your call.
A higher score means fewer or lighter concerns found under Decode Label's published rules. It is not a medical "safe", and a lower score does not establish that a product is unsafe.
Safety Score
Catch Sambher Masala is a spice blend primarily composed of whole and ground spices, with a focus on traditional ingredients.
Safety Score
Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix is a blend that includes various spices, corn flour, and several unspecified additives.
Side by side
What each label says. Nutrition is per 100 g (or ml) so pack and serving sizes don't skew it.
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What these labels can't tell us
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Concern match
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What matters most to you?
For , scores higher ( vs ). This is only a per-concern fit lens — it doesn't change the overall safety score, where still has the higher score.
For , the two are evenly matched. The overall safety verdict is unchanged.
This one is read from the two ingredient lists rather than measured by the Decode Label engine — useful for choosing, but it is not a safety finding.
Both Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g and Catch Sambher Masala are considered even on this concern because Ching’s Secret lists 'Natural Colour' without further specification, while Catch Sambher Masala does not list any added colors.
Both Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g and Catch Sambher Masala are considered even on this concern; Ching’s Secret lists 'Flavour Enhancer' without specifying MSG, and Catch Sambher Masala does not list any flavour enhancers.
Both Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g and Catch Sambher Masala are considered even on this concern as neither product lists artificial sweeteners in their ingredients.
Both Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g and Catch Sambher Masala are considered even on this concern; Ching’s Secret lists 'Anticaking Agent', 'Thickening & Stabilizing Agent', and 'Acidity Regulator', while Catch Sambher Masala does not list these types of additives.
Catch Sambher Masala
In its favour, from the label
- Composed mainly of whole spices such as chilies, coriander, fenugreek seeds, turmeric, and cumin.
- Includes traditional ingredients like dried curry leaves, tamarind powder, and asafoetida.
Label findings to note
- No nutrition panel — sugar, fat and salt could not be checked
- Contains salt, which contributes to overall sodium intake.
Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g
In its favour, from the label
- Contains a wide array of spices like chilli, ginger, cumin, coriander, and pepper for a complex flavor profile.
- Includes dehydrated garlic and onion powder for savory depth.
Label findings to note
- Contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) — which can generate 4-MEI during manufacture — IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans); this label does not state its concentration
- Flavouring not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
- Colour, anticaking agent, acidity regulator not disclosed — 4 additive classes are named without saying which substances they are
- Contains a notable amount of sugar at 14.5g per 100g and high sodium at 10754mg per 100g.
Catch Sambher Masala vs Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g — frequently asked questions
No allergen is named in Catch Sambher Masala's ingredient list. Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g's ingredient list includes Soy. Check each pack for "may contain" warnings if you have an allergy.
Catch Sambher Masala lists none that Decode Label flags. Ching’s Secret Paneer Chilli Masala Mix, 100g lists Natural Colour and Flavour Enhancer.
Flagged ingredients in this comparison
Who classified each one, its regulation, and how common it is across the catalogue.
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