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Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits
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Reviewed 3 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This product is a highly processed food item, primarily composed of refined carbohydrates and fats, with a significant amount of added sugar and butter. While butter contributes to the saturated fat content, the overall formulation is typical of a sweet bakery product. The presence of 'Nature Identical and Artificial Flavouring Substances' indicates a lack of transparency regarding specific flavour compounds, which can be a concern for individuals with sensitivities or allergies to certain flavourings. The high sugar content, including invert syrup, makes it unsuitable for frequent consumption, especially for young children, and contributes to the low overall score.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
Highly processed bakery item with high sugar and undisclosed artificial flavors.
This bakery product is high in refined flour, butter, and sugar, making it a calorie-dense and highly processed food. It contains undisclosed 'Nature Identical and Artificial Flavouring Substances,' which can be problematic for those with sensitivities. The significant sugar content, including invert syrup, means it should be consumed sparingly, particularly by children, due to potential negative health impacts.
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 16.3 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 refined carbohydrates, which can contribute to dental caries and unhealthy eating habits if consumed regularly by young children.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Watch out for
High in added sugars (Sugar, Invert Syrup) which can contribute to weight gain and other health issues if consumed in excess.
High saturated fat content from butter (26% of the product), which should be consumed in moderation.
Contains refined wheat flour, a source of refined carbohydrates with limited nutritional fiber.
Lack of transparency regarding specific 'Raising Agents' and 'Nature Identical and Artificial Flavouring Substances'.
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.
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
The product contains 'Nature Identical and Artificial Flavouring Substances' without specific disclosure, which can be problematic for individuals with sensitivities or allergies to certain flavour compounds.
Contains gluten from refined wheat flour, making it unsuitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
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 authenticity of a recipe, the softness, and the indulgence of 'buttery bites' are subjective claims that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
Butter is listed as the second ingredient, indicating a significant presence, and the claim of '25%+' is a specific quantity that is not contradicted by the ingredient list.
Butter is listed as the second ingredient, supporting the claim of 'Butter Biscuits'. The term 'Premium' is a subjective marketing term.
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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Butter 26%BUTTER (26%)
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SugarSUGAR
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StarchSTARCH
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Raising AgentsAmmonium carbonates (INS 503), Sodium carbonates (INS 500)RAISING AGENTS [INS 503(ii), INS 500(ii)]
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Nature Identical and Artificial Flavouring SubstancesNATURE IDENTCIAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES (BUTTER)
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Invert SyrupINVERT SYRUP
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Iodised SaltIODISED SALT
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 | 496 kcal |
| Protein | 5.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 65.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 20 g |
| Added Sugars | 19.6 g |
| Total Fat | 23.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 1.8 g |
| Sodium | 299 mg |
| Cholesterol | 45.2 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 Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits?
The label of Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits lists 8 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Butter, Sugar, Starch, Raising Agents, Nature Identical and Artificial Flavouring Substances, Invert Syrup, Iodised Salt. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits safe to eat?
Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits scores 2.3/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This bakery product is high in refined flour, butter, and sugar, making it a calorie-dense and highly processed food. It contains undisclosed 'Nature Identical and Artificial Flavouring Substances,' which can be problematic for those with sensitivities. The significant sugar content, including invert syrup, means it should be consumed sparingly, particularly by children, due to potential negative health impacts.
Why does Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits score 2.3/10?
What the analysis notes: High in added sugars (Sugar, Invert Syrup) which can contribute to weight gain and other health issues if consumed in excess. High saturated fat content from butter (26% of the product), which should be consumed in moderation. Contains refined wheat flour, a source of refined carbohydrates with limited nutritional fiber.
Who should avoid Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity; Diabetes or blood sugar management; Individuals sensitive to artificial flavors; Those monitoring saturated fat intake; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Butter) and gluten (Refined wheat flour). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Butter. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter 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 Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits?
20 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 19.6 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Mrs. Bector's authentic short bread recipe for soft & indulgent buttery bites." — can't be verified from the label.
Is Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter Biscuits vegetarian?
Cremica Shortbread 25%+ Butter 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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