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Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits
Decode Label Safety Score
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Reviewed 4 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This product is a processed snack food primarily composed of refined flour, palm oil, and sugars. While it contains trace amounts of butter and chives, these are not counted as a formulation strength. The main concerns are the high saturated fat content from refined palm and palmolein oil, and the combined sugar load from sugar and liquid glucose, which contribute to a less healthy nutritional profile. Individuals monitoring their intake of saturated fat and added sugars should consume this product in moderation.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
Processed snack high in saturated fat and added sugars.
This snack is made mostly from refined wheat flour, palm oil, and two types of sugar. It's high in saturated fat, which can be a concern for heart health, and also contains a significant amount of added sugars. While it includes small amounts of butter and chives, these are too low to offer real health benefits. It's best consumed occasionally as part of a balanced diet.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Refined Palm & Palmolein 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.
Saturated fat 13 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitThis product is high in added sugar and sodium, which should be limited in the diets of young children to prevent adverse health effects.
Why the score is capped
Very high saturated fat
Rule F-CAP-08
Watch out for
High saturated fat content from refined palm and palmolein oil.
Significant added sugar content from both sugar and liquid glucose.
Contains common allergens: wheat (gluten) and milk solids.
High sodium content from black salt and iodised salt.
Dough Conditioner — food additive used to improve dough properties. Generally recognized as safe.
Raising Agents — common food additives used to leaven baked goods. Generally recognized as safe.
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 & Palmolein Oil is high in saturated fat, which is a cardiovascular concern. EFSA also notes potential contaminants (glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters) formed during refining, with levels dependent on processing.
Refined wheat flour contains gluten, which is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, as per 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.
This describes the product’s packaging or its category, not a testable attribute of the food itself — so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
The ingredients list butter and dehydrated vegetable (chives), which aligns with the claim of 'Desi Butter & Videshi Herbs'.
The nutrition information states 0g of trans fat per 100g.
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 & Palmolein OilREFINED PALM & PALMOLEIN OIL
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SugarSUGAR
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Liquid GlucoseLIQUID GLUCOSE
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Raising AgentsAmmonium carbonates (INS 503), Calcium phosphates (INS 341), Sodium carbonates (INS 500), Diphosphates (INS 450)RAISING AGENTS [503(ii), 341(ii), 500(ii) & 450(i)]
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Butter 1.2% trace amountBUTTER (1.2%)
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Black SaltBLACK SALT
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Milk SolidsMILK SOLIDS
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Dehydrated Vegetable (Chives) 1% trace amountDEHYDRATED VEGETABLE (CHIVES) (1%)
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Iodised SaltIODISED SALT
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Nature Identical Flavouring Substance undisclosed flavouringNATURE IDENTICAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCE
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Dough ConditionerSodium metabisulphite (INS 223)DOUGH CONDITIONER (223)
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 | 525 kcal |
| Protein | 7.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 63.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g |
| Added Sugars | 7.5 g |
| Total Fat | 26.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 13 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 1,065 mg |
| Mono unsaturated fatty acids | 10.4 g |
| Poly unsaturated fatty acids | 2.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 3.8 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 Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits?
The label of Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits lists 12 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Refined Palm & Palmolein Oil, Sugar, Liquid Glucose, Raising Agents, Butter, Black Salt, Milk Solids, Dehydrated Vegetable (Chives), Iodised Salt, Nature Identical Flavouring Substance, Dough Conditioner. Flagged by the analysis: Refined Palm & Palmolein Oil, Dough Conditioner, Raising Agents.
Is Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits safe to eat?
Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits scores 2.2/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This snack is made mostly from refined wheat flour, palm oil, and two types of sugar. It's high in saturated fat, which can be a concern for heart health, and also contains a significant amount of added sugars. While it includes small amounts of butter and chives, these are too low to offer real health benefits. It's best consumed occasionally as part of a balanced diet.
Why does Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits score 2.2/10?
What the analysis notes: High saturated fat content from refined palm and palmolein oil. Significant added sugar content from both sugar and liquid glucose. Contains common allergens: wheat (gluten) and milk solids.
Who should avoid Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Individuals with cardiovascular concerns; Those monitoring saturated fat intake; Individuals with diabetes or blood sugar management needs; People with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Butter and Milk Solids) and gluten (Refined wheat flour). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Butter and Milk Solids. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits 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.
How much sugar is in Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits?
9.8 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 7.5 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits high in salt?
Yes — 1,065 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.66 g of salt), above the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high.
Are the claims on the Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits pack accurate?
Yes — all 2 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits vegetarian?
Britannia 50-50 Maska Chaska Biscuits 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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