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Ching's Sweet Corn Soup
Decode Label Safety Score
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Reviewed 7 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This soup mix is a highly processed food product with a significant amount of added sugar and sodium, which are primary concerns for general health. While it contains some dehydrated vegetables, the overall formulation is driven by starches, sugars, and flavorings, making it less ideal for regular consumption, especially for individuals monitoring sugar and sodium intake. The 'Nature identical flavouring substances' also contribute to the ultra-processed nature of the product.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Corn flour
- Carrot
- Cabbage
- Onion powder
- Yeast Extract
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High in added sugar and sodium; contains additives and flavor enhancers
The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This soup mix is a highly processed food product with a substantial amount of added sugar and sodium, which are key nutritional concerns. While it includes some vegetables, its overall profile is dominated by starches, sugars, and flavorings, making it less suitable for frequent consumption.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 25.5 g per 100 g.
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavour Enhancer is declared.
Declared allergens: Soy 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 1.5 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 is high in added sugar and sodium, which are not recommended in large amounts for young children due to potential impacts on developing palates and long-term health.
Why the score is capped
Very high added sugar
Rule F-CAP-01
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
What's good
Contains a significant amount of dehydrated vegetables (20%) and sweet corn (13%)
Includes beneficial spices like turmeric powder
Watch out for
Very high in added sugar from multiple sources (Sugar, Dried Glucose Syrup)
High sodium content from Iodised Salt and Salt
Contains 'Nature identical flavouring substances' which are synthetic
Contains common allergens: Wheat and Soybean
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
Flavour enhancers, if Disodium Ribonucleotides, are associated with triggering gout.
High levels of added sugar (Sugar, Dried Glucose Syrup) contribute significantly to the overall sugar content, which is a concern for metabolic health and dental hygiene, especially with frequent consumption.
The combination of Iodised Salt and Salt indicates a high sodium content, which can be a concern for blood pressure and cardiovascular health, particularly for individuals with pre-existing conditions or those on sodium-restricted diets.
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 is a subjective statement about preference and cultural fusion that cannot be objectively verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The preparation time claim cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The ingredient list includes dehydrated vegetables, sweet corn, carrot, and cabbage, confirming the presence of real vegetables.
The ingredient list does not contain any commonly recognized preservatives (e.g., INS 200-299 series).
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
25 entries as printed on the label · 24 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Corn Flour
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Sugar
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Dehydrated Vegetables 20%Dehydrated Vegetables (20%)
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Sweet Corn 13% within Dehydrated VegetablesSweet Corn (13%)
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Carrot within Dehydrated Vegetables
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Cabbage within Dehydrated Vegetables
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Iodised Salt
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Dried Glucose Syrup
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Flavour EnhancerDisodium 5'-ribonucleotides (INS 635)Flavour Enhancer (INS 635)
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ThickenerXanthan gum (INS 415)Thickener (INS 415)
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Acidity RegulatorCitric acid (INS 330)Acidity Regulator (INS 330)
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Onion Powder
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Yeast Extract
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Soy Sauce PowderSoy Sauce Powder (Soybean, Wheat, Salt)
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Soybean within Soy Sauce Powder
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Wheat within Soy Sauce Powder
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Salt within Soy Sauce Powder
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Garlic Powder
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Sunflower Oil
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Pepper Powder
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Anticaking AgentSilicon dioxide (INS 551)Anticaking Agent (INS 551)
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Chilli Powder
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Turmeric Powder
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Nature Identical Flavouring SubstancesNature Identical Flavouring Substances (Sweet Corn)
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Sweet Corn within Nature Identical Flavouring Substances
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.
The label declares each of these as a blend and then lists what is in it. The components appear in the groups above on their own merits, so the blend itself is shown here rather than counted a second time.
✓ 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 | 339 kcal |
| Protein | 4.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 70.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 29 g |
| Added Sugars | 25.5 g |
| Total Fat | 4.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 5,432 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 Ching's Sweet Corn Soup?
The label of Ching's Sweet Corn Soup lists 24 ingredients, in label order: Corn flour, Sugar, Dehydrated Vegetables, Carrot, Cabbage, Iodised Salt, Dried Glucose Syrup, Flavour Enhancer, Thickener, Acidity Regulator, Onion powder, Yeast Extract, Soy Sauce Powder, Soybean, Wheat, Salt, Garlic powder, Sunflower oil, Pepper Powder, Anticaking Agent, Chilli Powder, Turmeric powder, Nature identical flavouring substances, Sweet Corn. Flagged by the analysis: Dried Glucose Syrup, Flavour Enhancer.
Is Ching's Sweet Corn Soup safe to eat?
Ching's Sweet Corn Soup scores 1.5/10 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 soup mix is a highly processed food product with a substantial amount of added sugar and sodium, which are key nutritional concerns. While it includes some vegetables, its overall profile is dominated by starches, sugars, and flavorings, making it less suitable for frequent consumption.
Why does Ching's Sweet Corn Soup score 1.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Very high in added sugar from multiple sources (Sugar, Dried Glucose Syrup). Also noted: High sodium content from Iodised Salt and Salt. Contains 'Nature identical flavouring substances' which are synthetic.
Who should avoid Ching's Sweet Corn Soup?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Individuals monitoring sugar intake; Individuals monitoring sodium intake; Those sensitive to undisclosed additives; Gout (due to flavour enhancers); Soy allergy.
Is Ching's Sweet Corn Soup suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Ching's Sweet Corn Soup contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains soy (Soy Sauce Powder and Soybean) and gluten (Wheat). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Ching's Sweet Corn Soup contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Soy Sauce Powder and Soybean. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Ching's Sweet Corn Soup contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Wheat. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Is Ching's Sweet Corn Soup high in sugar?
Yes — 29 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label declares 25.5 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Ching's Sweet Corn Soup high in salt?
Yes — 5,432 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 13.58 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 Sweet Corn Soup pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "I Love Desi Chinese" — can't be verified from the label. "READY IN 5 MINUTES" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Ching's Sweet Corn Soup vegetarian?
Ching's Sweet Corn Soup 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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