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Bonn Saltino Biscuit
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No nutrition panel was captured, but the ingredient list shows a sugar/refined-fat source high up, so this is scored as a sugar-/fat-forward product.
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No nutrition panel was captured, but the ingredient list shows a sugar/refined-fat source high up, so this is scored as a sugar-/fat-forward product. The rating is provisional — capture the nutrition facts for a full assessment.
This biscuit product is primarily composed of refined flour, refined palm oils, and sugar, contributing to a high saturated fat and sugar content. While it contains common food additives for texture and preservation, the presence of refined palm oils raises concerns due to their high saturated fat levels and potential processing contaminants. The artificial butter and cheese flavors are present in trace amounts, so they are unlikely to offer significant sensory benefits but contribute to the ultra-processed nature of the product. It is best consumed in moderation, especially for individuals monitoring their intake of saturated fats and added sugars.
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At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
High in refined fats and sugar; contains artificial flavors and common additives.
This biscuit is made mostly from refined wheat flour, palm oils, and sugar, which means it's high in saturated fat and added sugars. It also includes artificial butter and cheese flavors, though in very small amounts. While generally safe for most, those watching their saturated fat and sugar intake should consume it sparingly.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Refined Palm Oil is declared.
Declared allergens: Milk and Gluten
Relevant if you have any of these allergies or intolerances.
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.
6 concerns could not be assessed from this label. That means we don't know — not that there's nothing to find.
Infants under 1
LimitContains added sugar and salt, which should be limited in an infant's diet.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh in added sugar and refined fats, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Watch out for
High content of refined carbohydrates (refined wheat flour)
High content of added sugars (Sugar, Invert Syrup)
High content of saturated fats (Refined Palm Oil, Refined Palmolein Oil)
Presence of artificial flavoring substances, contributing to ultra-processing.
Preservative — used to extend shelf life by inhibiting microbial growth.
Acidity Regulator — acidity regulators (typically citric acid INS 330 or sodium/potassium citrate INS 331/332) adjust and buffer pH. They are among the most benign, extensively-studied food additives — citric acid occurs naturally in citrus fruit — and are FSSAI/EFSA-approved as safe. Noted only as a low-level, transparency point because the label gives the additive class/code rather than the name.
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 →Wheat Flour
Wheat and wheat-derived ingredients contain gluten, which triggers an autoimmune response in people with celiac disease, causing intestinal damage. People with non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) or wheat allergy must also avoid this ingredient. Labelled as a major allergen by FSSAI.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI Food Labelling Regulations; Celiac Disease Foundation
Wheat Flour: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Refined Palm Oil and Refined Palmolein Oil are high in saturated fat, which can contribute to cardiovascular concerns when consumed in excess. EFSA has also identified glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters as potential processing contaminants in refined palm oil, with levels depending on processing methods.
Wheat flour contains gluten, which is a common allergen and unsuitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. (Authority: FSSAI Labelling & Display Regulations 2020)
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 crispiness and saltiness of the biscuits cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition information.
The crunchiness and saltiness of the biscuits cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition information.
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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Refined Wheat FlourREFINED WHEAT FLOUR (MAIDA)
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Refined Palm OilREFINED PALM OIL
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Refined Palmolein OilREFINED PALMOLEIN OIL
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SugarSUGAR
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Leavening AgentAmmonium carbonates (INS 503), Sodium carbonates (INS 500)LEAVENING AGENTS [503(ii) & 500(ii)]
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Edible Common SaltEDIBLE COMMON SALT
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Invert SyrupINVERT SYRUP
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Yeast
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EmulsifiersLecithin (INS 322), Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (INS 471)EMULSIFIERS (322 & 471)
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PreservativeSodium metabisulphite (INS 223)PRESERVATIVE (223)
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Acidity RegulatorDiphosphates (INS 450)ACIDITY REGULATOR 450(i)
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Flour Improver unnamedFLOUR IMPROVER 1101(ii)
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Added Flavours (Artificial Flavouring Substances - Butter and Cheese) trace amount undisclosed flavouringADDED FLAVOURS (ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES - BUTTER AND CHEESE)
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.
A blend of refined vegetable oils, judged as a single concern — a high saturated-fat source — rather than one flag per oil. The individual oils are listed below and in "What the label actually shows".
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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What are the ingredients in Bonn Saltino Biscuit?
The label of Bonn Saltino Biscuit lists 13 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Refined Palm Oil, Refined Palmolein Oil, Sugar, Leavening Agent, Edible Common Salt, Invert Syrup, Yeast, Emulsifiers, Preservative, Acidity Regulator, Flour Improver, Added Flavours (Artificial Flavouring Substances - Butter and Cheese). Flagged by the analysis: Preservative, Acidity Regulator, Added Flavours (Artificial Flavouring Substances - Butter and Cheese).
Is Bonn Saltino Biscuit safe to eat?
Bonn Saltino Biscuit scores 4.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This biscuit is made mostly from refined wheat flour, palm oils, and sugar, which means it's high in saturated fat and added sugars. It also includes artificial butter and cheese flavors, though in very small amounts. While generally safe for most, those watching their saturated fat and sugar intake should consume it sparingly.
Why does Bonn Saltino Biscuit score 4.0/10?
What the analysis notes: High content of refined carbohydrates (refined wheat flour). High content of added sugars (Sugar, Invert Syrup). High content of saturated fats (Refined Palm Oil, Refined Palmolein Oil).
Who should avoid Bonn Saltino Biscuit?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Individuals monitoring saturated fat intake; Individuals monitoring added sugar intake; Gluten sensitivity or celiac disease; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Bonn Saltino Biscuit suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Limit. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Bonn Saltino Biscuit contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Artificial Flavouring Substances - Butter and Cheese) and gluten (Refined wheat flour). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Bonn Saltino Biscuit contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Artificial Flavouring Substances - Butter and Cheese. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Bonn Saltino Biscuit contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Refined wheat flour. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Are the claims on the Bonn Saltino Biscuit pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "CRISPY SALTY BISCUITS" — can't be verified from the label. "CRUNCHY BHI SALTY BHI" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Bonn Saltino Biscuit vegetarian?
Bonn Saltino Biscuit 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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Disclaimer: Safety scores are Decode Label-generated assessments based on publicly available regulatory data (FSSAI, WHO, EFSA, IARC) and peer-reviewed research. They are not a substitute for professional medical advice, and they are not a regulatory determination, a laboratory safety certification or a medical diagnosis. Ingredient safety can vary by individual health conditions, concentration, and usage context. Decode Label is an independent information service and scores every brand by the same rules. No brand pays for or influences its score. Our founder also founded the personal-care brand Botani Bestie (see our story); its products are scored exactly like everyone else's. Data limitations: This assessment is based on the information declared on the product label and the evidence sources above — Decode Label does not independently laboratory-test this product. Ingredient concentrations, sourcing and manufacturing can vary between batches and are not always disclosed. A finding that is not shown here means it was not identified from the available label information, not that it has been ruled out.
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