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ACT II Nachoz Cheese
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This snack product is primarily corn-based, with refined palmolein oil contributing to its fat content. While it contains natural and nature-identical flavors, the presence of refined palmolein oil, which is high in saturated fat, is a key nutritional consideration. The trace amounts of milk solids and cheese powder do not significantly contribute to its nutritional profile. It is generally suitable for healthy adults in moderation, but individuals monitoring saturated fat intake should be mindful of its consumption.
At a glance
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Corn-based snack with refined palmolein oil and added sugar
This snack is made mostly of corn, with refined palmolein oil as a significant fat source, contributing to its saturated fat content. It also contains added sugar and salt. While it includes natural and nature-identical flavors, the overall nutritional profile suggests it's best consumed in moderation, especially for those watching their saturated fat intake.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Refined Edible Palmolein Oil is declared.
Declared allergens: Milk
Relevant if you have this allergy or intolerance.
Based on the declared ingredient list. This is a risk only to people with the allergy, not a general-population safety issue, so it does not lower the safety score.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Saturated fat 10 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Watch out for
High saturated fat from Refined Edible Palmolein Oil
Added sugar and iodized salt contribute to overall intake, which should be consumed in moderation.
Contains milk solids and cheese powder, which are common allergens.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Palm Oil
Palm oil is very high in saturated fatty acids (~50%), which raise LDL cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk with regular high consumption. Refined palm oil can also carry processing contaminants (glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters), which EFSA assessed in 2016.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO; Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; EFSA CONTAM opinion (2016)
Palm Oil: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Refined Edible Palmolein Oil is high in saturated fat, which is a cardiovascular concern with regular high intake. EFSA also highlighted potential contaminants like glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters from refining processes, though levels vary by processing.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The claim 'Crispy "n" Crunchy' describes a sensory attribute that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The product name states 'Cheese', and cheese powder is listed in the ingredients.
The ingredients list corn as the primary ingredient.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Corn 68%Corn (68%)
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Refined Edible Palmolein OilRefined Edible Palmolein Oil {Antioxidant (TBHQ)}
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Sugar
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Maltodextrin
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Iodized Salt
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Natural Flavour (Chilli)
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Nature Identical Flavour (Cheese)
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Milk Solids (Whey Powder) 0.5% trace amountMilk Solids (Whey Powder (0.5%))
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Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)
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Cheese Powder 0.08% trace amountCheese Powder (0.08%)
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
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These are major food allergens named on the ingredient list. They are a risk only to people allergic to them — not a general-population safety issue — so they do not lower the safety score. Anyone with the allergy should avoid this product, and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
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| Energy | 495 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 65 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g |
| Added Sugars | 2.4 g |
| Total Fat | 24 g |
| Saturated Fat | 10 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 4.7 g |
| Sodium | 530 mg |
| Mono Unsaturated Fatty Acids | 10 g |
| Poly Unsaturated Fatty Acids | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 1 mg |
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What are the ingredients in ACT II Nachoz Cheese?
The label of ACT II Nachoz Cheese lists 10 ingredients, in label order: Corn, Refined Edible Palmolein Oil, Sugar, Maltodextrin, Iodized Salt, Natural Flavour (Chilli), Nature Identical Flavour (Cheese), Milk Solids (Whey Powder), Acidity regulator (citric acid), Cheese Powder. Flagged by the analysis: Refined Edible Palmolein Oil, Natural Flavour (Chilli), Nature Identical Flavour (Cheese).
Is ACT II Nachoz Cheese safe to eat?
ACT II Nachoz Cheese scores 6.3/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This snack is made mostly of corn, with refined palmolein oil as a significant fat source, contributing to its saturated fat content. It also contains added sugar and salt. While it includes natural and nature-identical flavors, the overall nutritional profile suggests it's best consumed in moderation, especially for those watching their saturated fat intake.
Why does ACT II Nachoz Cheese score 6.3/10?
Flagged in the score: High saturated fat from Refined Edible Palmolein Oil. Also noted: Added sugar and iodized salt contribute to overall intake, which should be consumed in moderation. Contains milk solids and cheese powder, which are common allergens.
Who should avoid ACT II Nachoz Cheese?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Monitoring saturated fat intake; Sensitive to milk solids (whey powder); Sensitive to cheese powder.
Does ACT II Nachoz Cheese contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Nature Identical Flavour (Cheese), Milk Solids (Whey Powder) and Cheese Powder). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does ACT II Nachoz Cheese contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Nature Identical Flavour (Cheese), Milk Solids (Whey Powder) and Cheese Powder. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in ACT II Nachoz Cheese?
2.6 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 2.4 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the ACT II Nachoz Cheese pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Crispy "n" Crunchy" — can't be verified from the label.
Is ACT II Nachoz Cheese vegetarian?
ACT II Nachoz Cheese is marked vegetarian.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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