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Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix
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This instant coffee mix contains hydrogenated palm oil, a source of saturated fat, and carrageenan, which has been linked to gut inflammation in some studies. While the product provides a quick coffee solution, its high sugar content and the presence of several food additives, including emulsifiers and stabilizers, make it less ideal for frequent consumption, especially for children. Individuals with sensitive digestive systems or those monitoring their saturated fat and sugar intake should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Coffee Powder
- Coffee
High sugar and saturated fat from hydrogenated palm oil; contains carrageenan.
This instant coffee mix is high in sugar and contains hydrogenated palm oil, which contributes to high saturated fat. It also includes carrageenan, a thickener that some studies link to gut inflammation. While convenient, the product's additive profile and nutritional content suggest it's best consumed in moderation, particularly for those with dietary sensitivities or concerns about saturated fat and sugar intake.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Total sugar is 68 g per 100 g.
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Hydrogenated Palm 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.
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Just checking whether the product is safe? The analysis above is yours, no account needed. To know if it is safe for you, your father or your child, add a profile and we check this label against them. This one declares Milk, so it matters if anyone in your family reacts to that.
- Allergies. Peanut, milk, gluten, egg and more, checked against the ingredient list.
- Diet. Vegetarian, vegan, Jain, no egg, no dairy.
- Health and goals. Sugar, salt, protein, steady blood sugar, heart-friendly, weight.
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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 3.9 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar and high sodium from iodised salt, which are not suitable for infants under 1 year.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh added sugar content and caffeine from coffee powder are generally not recommended for regular consumption by young children.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high total sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Emulsifiers not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Contains real coffee powder for flavor
Iodised salt provides essential iodine
Watch out for
High in added sugar
Contains hydrogenated palm oil, contributing to high saturated fat
Presence of carrageenan, linked to gut inflammation in some studies
Undisclosed specific emulsifiers and stabilizers reduce transparency
Contains caffeine, which may not be suitable for young children or sensitive individuals
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 about half saturated fat, which raises LDL cholesterol when eaten regularly in quantity, and the WHO advises keeping saturated fat under 10 percent of energy. Refined palm oil also carries the highest levels of process contaminants among edible oils: glycidyl esters, which the European Food Safety Authority considers genotoxic and carcinogenic with no safe level, and 3-MCPD esters, for which it set a tolerable daily intake of 2 micrograms per kilogram of body weight in 2018. IARC lists glycidol as probably carcinogenic (Group 2A) and 3-MCPD as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B). The contaminants form during the high-temperature deodorising step of refining, so unrefined palm oil carries less of them. EU maximum levels now apply to these contaminants in oils and in infant formula.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA CONTAM Panel opinions on glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters in food (2016) and 3-MCPD update (2018); IARC Monographs Volumes 77 and 101; WHO guideline on saturated fat and trans fat intake (2023)
Palm Oil: regulation, sources and other products →Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat
A vegetable oil hardened by hydrogenation — including vanaspati / dalda. Labelled without "partially", it is in practice fully hydrogenated, and post-FSSAI-2021 vanaspati is reformulated to meet the 2% industrial-trans-fat cap — so it is treated as the modern, trans-FREE form rather than a trans-fat source, but it is high in saturated fat, which raises LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk with regular high consumption. If an oil is explicitly PARTIALLY hydrogenated it does carry industrial trans fat; either way, the product's declared trans-fat figure on the nutrition panel is the definitive check.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO; FSSAI Trans Fatty Acids Regulation 2021; EFSA
Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat: regulation, sources and other products →Carrageenan (E407)
Carrageenan is a seaweed-derived thickener and emulsifier widely used in dairy alternatives and processed foods. Animal and cell studies suggest it may promote intestinal inflammation, though regulatory agencies still permit it. People with inflammatory bowel conditions may wish to avoid it.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: Bhattacharyya et al. 2008; IARC; Consumer Reports
Carrageenan: regulation, sources and other products →Added Sugars
Sugars added to food, and the sugars in honey, syrups and fruit juice concentrates, are "free sugars". The WHO guideline recommends that they stay below 10% of total energy intake and suggests below 5% for additional benefit. Where the sugar sits in the ingredient list and how many grams the panel declares is what matters; this is information, because the nutrition score already prices the grams.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO, Guideline: Sugars intake for adults and children (2015)
Added Sugars: regulation, sources and other products →Flavouring Substances
Indian rules classify added flavours as natural, nature-identical (chemically synthesised copies of natural compounds) or artificial, and require the class to be declared. The label names the class, not the compounds, so a reader cannot see which substances make up the blend, or whether it carries something they avoid. This is information about transparency, not a finding of harm.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSS (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 2011, flavours; FSS (Labelling and Display) Regulations 2020
Flavouring Substances: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Hydrogenated Palm Oil, a source of high saturated fat. Refined palm oil may also carry processing contaminants (glycidyl esters, 3-MCPD) as per EFSA CONTAM opinion (2016).
Contains Carrageenan (E407), a thickener that has been linked to gut inflammation in some studies.
The product contains 'Permitted Emulsifiers & Stabilizers' without specific identification of the substances, which impacts transparency.
High sugar content. WHO advises keeping free sugar intake under 10% of total energy, ideally under 5%.
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 term 'Premium Quality' is a subjective marketing claim and cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
ISO 22000 certification is a third-party standard that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
This is the maker’s regulatory age/stage designation for the product — an ingredient list can’t confirm or deny it, so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
These are subjective claims about taste and value that cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
The term 'Truly Amazing' is a subjective marketing claim and cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
The ingredient list states 'Contains Permitted Added Natural Flavours or Natural Identical Flavouring Substances', which includes 'Natural Identical Flavouring Substances' that are chemically synthesized to mimic natural flavors, making the 'No Added Artificial flavour' claim unv
The term 'Premium Ingredients' is a subjective marketing claim and cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
The product is marked with a green dot, indicating it is vegetarian.
The full ingredient list declares no a synthetic colour, which is exactly what this claim says. The label supports it.
The ingredient list does not contain any commonly known preservatives.
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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Sugar
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Milk Solids
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Coffee Powder
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Hydrogenated Palm Oil
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Chicory
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Permitted Emulsifiers & Stabilizers
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E415 within Permitted Emulsifiers & Stabilizers
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E466 within Permitted Emulsifiers & Stabilizers
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E407 within Permitted Emulsifiers & Stabilizers
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Permitted Added Natural Flavours or Natural Identical Flavouring SubstancesContains Permitted Added Natural Flavours or Natural Identical Flavouring Substances
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Coffee within Permitted Added Natural Flavours or Natural Identical Flavouring Substances
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Anticaking AgentSilicon dioxide (INS 551)Anticaking Agent (E551)
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Iodised Salt
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
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
Declared on this label as
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 409.63 kcal |
| Protein | 3.98 g |
| Carbohydrate | 78.21 g |
| Total Sugars | 68.01 g |
| Total Fat | 6.9 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 690.2 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix?
The label of Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix lists 13 ingredients, in label order: Sugar, Milk Solids, Coffee Powder, Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Chicory, Permitted Emulsifiers & Stabilizers, E415, E466, E407, Permitted Added Natural Flavours or Natural identical Flavouring Substances, Coffee, Anticaking Agent, Iodised Salt. Flagged by the analysis: Hydrogenated Palm Oil, E407, Permitted Added Natural Flavours or Natural identical Flavouring Substances.
Is Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix safe to eat?
Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This instant coffee mix is high in sugar and contains hydrogenated palm oil, which contributes to high saturated fat. It also includes carrageenan, a thickener that some studies link to gut inflammation. While convenient, the product's additive profile and nutritional content suggest it's best consumed in moderation, particularly for those with dietary sensitivities or concerns about saturated fat and sugar intake.
Why does Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix score 1.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Contains hydrogenated palm oil, contributing to high saturated fat. Also noted: High in added sugar. Presence of carrageenan, linked to gut inflammation in some studies.
Who should avoid Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding high saturated fat; Sensitive to carrageenan or gut inflammation; Monitoring sugar intake; Sensitive to food additives; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Milk Solids). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Milk Solids. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Is Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix high in sugar?
Yes — 68 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.
Is Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix high in salt?
Yes — 690 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 1.73 g of salt), above the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high.
Does Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix contain caffeine?
Yes — the ingredient list names Coffee Powder and Coffee, a source of caffeine. Check the pack for the amount per serving, especially when buying for children or during pregnancy.
Are the claims on the Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 10 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Premium Quality" — can't be verified from the label. "ISO 22000 certified" — can't be verified from the label. "22 Years of Manufacturing Experience" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix vegetarian?
Cold Coffee Boba Milk Shake Mix 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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