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Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney
Decode Label Safety Score
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Scored as a condiment: nutrition is judged on what a 15 g serving delivers — a typical single use — not on the per-100g figures, which describe a quantity of this product nobody eats. The per-100g panel is still shown in full below.
Reviewed 6 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This Schezwan Chutney offers a spicy flavour profile but includes several common food additives. While the flavour enhancer Disodium Ribonucleotides is generally safe for most, individuals prone to gout should be cautious due to its purine content. As a condiment, a typical serving contributes moderate amounts of sugar and sodium, which should be considered within a balanced diet.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Chilli
- Garlic
- Onion
- Ginger
- Spices (White Pepper, Schezwan Pepper)
Condiment with undisclosed additives; contains gout-triggering flavour enhancer.
The flavour enhancer Disodium Ribonucleotides can trigger gout in susceptible individuals. As a condiment, it contributes moderate sugar and sodium per serving, so consume in moderation.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavour Enhancer is declared.
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 3.8 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Why the score is capped
Flavouring not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Contains natural spices like chilli, garlic, onion, and ginger for flavour and potential health benefits.
Iodised salt provides essential iodine.
Watch out for
The flavour enhancer (likely Disodium Ribonucleotides) can trigger gout in susceptible individuals.
Contains 'Natural Flavouring Substances' without specific disclosure, which may contain undisclosed allergens for some.
As a condiment, it contributes sugar and sodium; consume in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Preservatives — named on the label with its additive code.
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.
Disodium Ribonucleotides (E635)
E635 is a mixture of disodium inosinate (E631) and disodium guanylate (E627). Both are purine nucleotides, which the body breaks down to uric acid. People with gout or hyperuricaemia, or who have been advised to limit purines, may wish to limit foods containing it. The amounts used in foods are small, so the concern applies to people already managing uric acid rather than to the general population.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA; WHO; Arthritis Foundation
Disodium Ribonucleotides: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Individuals with gout should exercise caution.
This lack of transparency makes it difficult to assess potential sensitivities or specific health impacts for all ingredients.
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 product name and main description clearly state 'Schezwan Chutney'.
The label explicitly states 'Dip' as a usage suggestion.
The label explicitly states 'Spread' as a usage suggestion.
The label explicitly states 'Cook' as a usage suggestion.
The label includes a green square symbol with 'Vegetable Chutney' next to it, indicating it is a vegetarian product.
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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Water
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Cotton Seed Oil
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Sugar
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Iodised Salt
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Chilli
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Garlic
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Onion
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ThickenerAcetylated distarch adipate (INS 1422)Thickener (INS 1422)
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Ginger
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Acidity RegulatorAcetic acid (INS 260)Acidity Regulator (INS 260)
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Flavour EnhancerDisodium 5'-ribonucleotides (INS 635)Flavour Enhancer (INS 635)
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Spices (White Pepper, Schezwan Pepper)
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PreservativesPotassium sorbate (INS 202), Sodium benzoate (INS 211)Preservatives (INS 202, INS 211)
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Natural Flavouring Substances
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ 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 | 176 kcal |
| Protein | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 16.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 8 g |
| Added Sugars | 7.6 g |
| Total Fat | 11.2 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 2,260 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label. This is a condiment — used by the pinch or the spoonful, not eaten by the plate — so a red row here means the product is dense in that nutrient, not that a serving of it is. The score judges its nutrition on what a 15 g serving actually delivers.
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What are the ingredients in Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney?
The label of Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney lists 14 ingredients, in label order: Water, Cotton Seed Oil, Sugar, Iodised Salt, Chilli, Garlic, Onion, Thickener, Ginger, Acidity Regulator, Flavour Enhancer, Spices (White Pepper, Schezwan Pepper), Preservatives, Natural Flavouring Substances. Flagged by the analysis: Flavour Enhancer, Preservatives.
Is Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney safe to eat?
Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). The flavour enhancer Disodium Ribonucleotides can trigger gout in susceptible individuals. As a condiment, it contributes moderate sugar and sodium per serving, so consume in moderation.
Why does Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney score 5.5/10?
Flagged in the score: The flavour enhancer (likely Disodium Ribonucleotides) can trigger gout in susceptible individuals. Also noted: Contains 'Natural Flavouring Substances' without specific disclosure, which may contain undisclosed allergens for some. As a condiment, it contributes sugar and sodium; consume in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Who should avoid Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Gout; Sensitive to undisclosed additives.
How much sugar is in Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney?
8 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 7.6 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney high in salt?
Yes — 2,260 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 5.65 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 Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney pack accurate?
Yes — all 6 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
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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