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Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen
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The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This snack mix is an energy-dense fried product with a high fat content, primarily from edible vegetable oil, and a significant amount of added sugar and sodium. While it contains various legumes and grains, the overall nutritional profile is dominated by these less desirable components. Individuals monitoring their intake of fat, sugar, and sodium, especially those with cardiovascular concerns or diabetes, should consume this product with caution and in very limited quantities.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Chickpea Flour
- Dried Green Peas
- Lentils
- Split Bengal Gram
- Turmeric powder
High in fat, sugar, and sodium; contains processed ingredients.
The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This snack is a fried product high in calories, fat, sugar, and sodium, making it less suitable for regular consumption. It contains an unspecified 'Edible Vegetable Oil' which contributes significantly to its fat content, and also includes added sugar and salt. People looking to manage their intake of these nutrients should be cautious.
Declared allergens: Peanuts
People with this allergy should avoid it and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
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 9.1 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitThis product contains whole peanuts, which can be a choking hazard for young children. It is also high in sodium and added sugar, which are not recommended in large amounts for this age group.
Why the score is capped
Energy-dense fried snack — 556 kcal and 36 g fat per 100 g, on added vegetable oil
Rule F-CAP-14
What's good
Contains a variety of legumes (chickpea flour, peanut, green peas, lentils, split bengal gram) which provide protein and fiber.
Includes turmeric powder, known for its antioxidant properties.
Watch out for
High in total fat and saturated fat due to frying in edible vegetable oil.
Contains added sugar, contributing to overall calorie intake.
Significant sodium content from iodized salt and black salt.
Peanut is a common allergen.
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.
Peanuts
Peanut allergy is one of the most common and severe food allergies, capable of causing anaphylaxis — a potentially fatal allergic reaction. Even trace amounts (cross-contamination) can trigger reactions. Peanut allergy is usually lifelong and requires strict avoidance. Always carry an epinephrine auto-injector if allergic.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI; FDA; Allergy & Asthma Network
Peanuts: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
This product is an energy-dense fried snack with high fat (556 kcal, 36g fat per 100g), added sugar, and sodium, which are concerns for general health when consumed regularly.
Contains Peanut, a common allergen. Individuals with peanut allergies must avoid this product.
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 'Khatta Meetha' describes the taste profile of the product, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition information.
The claim 'Crunchy Fun' describes the texture and experience of the product, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition information.
The ingredient list does not explicitly state the absence of added preservatives, nor does it list any preservatives. Therefore, this claim cannot be verified from the provided information.
The full ingredient list declares no a synthetic colour, which is exactly what this claim says. The label supports it.
The ingredient list includes rice flakes, lentils, and other cereal-based ingredients, supporting the claim of a mix of cereals, lentil, and rice flakes. The 'sweet & sour crunchy' aspect describes taste and texture, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
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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Edible Vegetable OilEdible Vegetable Oil (Refined Ricebran Oil, Refined Cottonseed Oil, Refined Palmolein Oil)
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Rice Flakes 20%Rice Flakes (20%)
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SugarSugar (Sucrose)
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Chickpea Flour 14.8%Chickpea Flour (14.8%)
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Peanut 7.3%Peanut (7.3%)
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Dried Green Peas 4%Dried Green Peas(4.0%)
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Lentils 3.8%Lentils (3.8%)
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Sago
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Maize Flour
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Split Bengal Gram
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Mixed Spices
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Rice Flour
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Iodized Salt
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Turmeric Powder
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Carom Seeds trace amount
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Black Salt
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Acidity RegulatorAcidity Regulator (E 330)
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Raising AgentRaising Agent (E 500(ii))
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.
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
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 556 kcal |
| Protein | 8.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 49.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 14 g |
| Added Sugars | 14 g |
| Total Fat | 36.1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 509 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 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 Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen?
The label of Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen lists 18 ingredients, in label order: Edible Vegetable Oil, Rice Flakes, Sugar, Chickpea Flour, Peanut, Dried Green Peas, Lentils, Sago, Maize Flour, Split Bengal Gram, Mixed Spices, Rice flour, Iodized Salt, Turmeric powder, Carom Seeds, Black Salt, Acidity Regulator, Raising agent. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen safe to eat?
Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen scores 3.7/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This snack is a fried product high in calories, fat, sugar, and sodium, making it less suitable for regular consumption. It contains an unspecified 'Edible Vegetable Oil' which contributes significantly to its fat content, and also includes added sugar and salt. People looking to manage their intake of these nutrients should be cautious.
Why does Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen score 3.7/10?
What the analysis notes: High in total fat and saturated fat due to frying in edible vegetable oil. Contains added sugar, contributing to overall calorie intake. Significant sodium content from iodized salt and black salt.
Who should avoid Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Heart conditions; Diabetes; High blood pressure; Peanut allergy.
Is Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains peanuts (Peanut). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen contain peanuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Peanut. People with groundnut (peanut) allergy should treat it as containing peanuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen?
14 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 14 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 5 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Khatta Meetha" — can't be verified from the label. "Crunchy Fun" — can't be verified from the label. "No Added Preservative" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen vegetarian?
Bikano Khatta Meetha Namkeen is marked vegetarian.
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