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Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits
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Contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) — which can generate 4-MEI during manufacture — IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans); this label does not state its concentration
No lane-by-lane breakdown: the label doesn't carry what the lanes are scored from.
This biscuit product contains palmolein oil, which is high in saturated fat and may contribute to cardiovascular concerns with regular consumption. It also includes a Cereal Based Beverage Mix that, if it contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d), introduces a potential concern due to its IARC Group 2B classification as a possible human carcinogen. While refined wheat flour and sugar are common ingredients, their presence high in the ingredient list suggests a product that should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet, especially for individuals monitoring their intake of saturated fat and added sugars.
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At a glance
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Contains high saturated fat from palmolein oil; potential carcinogen from caramel colour
This biscuit contains palmolein oil, which is high in saturated fat, a factor linked to cardiovascular health. If the Cereal Based Beverage Mix contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d), it introduces a substance classified by IARC as a possible human carcinogen.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Palmolein oil is declared.
Declared allergens: Gluten
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.
6 concerns could not be assessed from this label. That means we don't know — not that there's nothing to find.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains added sugar; high intake of added sugars is not recommended for young children.
Why the score is capped
Contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) — which can generate 4-MEI during manufacture — IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans); this label does not state its concentration
Rule F-CAP-10 · Source: IARC / EFSA classification of the additive
Watch out for
High saturated fat content from palmolein oil.
Potential presence of IARC Group 2B carcinogen (ammonia caramel colour) within the beverage mix.
High in refined wheat flour and sugar, which should be consumed in moderation.
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
Palmolein oil is high in saturated fat, which is a cardiovascular concern. EFSA also notes concerns regarding glycidyl esters contaminants from its refining process.
If the 'Cereal Based Beverage Mix' contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d), it would include a substance whose 4-MEI by-product is classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen.
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 nutrient figure isn’t in our database for this product yet, so we can’t check the claim against the panel — it isn’t being called false, we just don’t have the numbers on file.
This nutrient figure isn’t in our database for this product yet, so we can’t check the claim against the panel — it isn’t being called false, we just don’t have the numbers on file.
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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Sugar
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Palmolein oil
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Cereal Based Beverage Mix 5%Cereal Based Beverage Mix 5%* (Cereal Extract 56%* (Barley, Wheat), Sugar, Cocoa Solids, Colour (150c), Minerals, Wheat Gluten, Liquid Glucose, Maltodextrin, Emulsifiers (322, 471), Milk Solids, Vitamins, Raising Agent (500(ii)), Iodised Salt, Flavours (Natural, Nature Identical and Artificial (Vanilla) Flavouring Substances), Invert sugar, Cocoa solids (1.1%*), Minerals, Leavening Agents (500(ii), 503(ii)), Iodised salt, Flavours (Natural Flavour & Nature Identical Flavouring Substances), Milk solids, Emulsifier (322), colour (150 c), Vitamins.
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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
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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What are the ingredients in Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits?
The label of Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits lists 4 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Sugar, Palmolein oil, Cereal Based Beverage Mix. Flagged by the analysis: Palmolein oil, Cereal Based Beverage Mix.
Is Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits safe to eat?
Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This biscuit contains palmolein oil, which is high in saturated fat, a factor linked to cardiovascular health. If the Cereal Based Beverage Mix contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d), it introduces a substance classified by IARC as a possible human carcinogen.
Why does Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits score 3.9/10?
Flagged in the score: High saturated fat content from palmolein oil. Also noted: Potential presence of IARC Group 2B carcinogen (ammonia caramel colour) within the beverage mix. High in refined wheat flour and sugar, which should be consumed in moderation.
Who should avoid Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Cardiovascular concerns; Sensitive to food additives; Gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.
Is Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains gluten (Refined wheat flour). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Cadbury Bournvita 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.
Are the claims on the Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "10% of daily Calcium" — can't be verified from the label. "10% of daily Iron" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Cadbury Bournvita Biscuits vegetarian?
Cadbury Bournvita 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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