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Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This snack product is primarily corn-based, offering a generally neutral base. The 'Flavour Enhancer' could potentially be Disodium Ribonucleotides, which is a purine source and relevant for individuals managing gout. While the product contains spices and condiments, the overall formulation includes several common food additives that warrant caution for sensitive individuals or those preferring a cleaner label. The 'Edible Vegetable Oil' is a general term, and its specific type (e.g., palm oil) would determine its saturated fat contribution, which is not specified here.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Corn
- Spices and Condiments
Contains undisclosed flavour and colour; includes a flavour enhancer
It also includes a 'Flavour Enhancer' which could be a concern for individuals with gout. While the base ingredients are generally benign, the lack of transparency on these additives means those with sensitivities or who prefer to avoid certain artificial ingredients should be cautious.
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 10.1 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added salt and sugar, which are not recommended for infants.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains undisclosed 'Colour' which, if artificial, may be linked to hyperactivity in some children.
Why the score is capped
Flavour not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Corn is the primary ingredient
Contains natural spices and condiments
Watch out for
Generic 'Edible Vegetable Oil' with unknown saturated fat profile
Added sugar and salt (amount not specified, but common in snacks)
Acidity Regulator — acidity regulators (typically citric acid INS 330 or sodium/potassium citrate INS 331/332) adjust and buffer pH. They are among the most benign, extensively-studied food additives — citric acid occurs naturally in citrus fruit — and are FSSAI/EFSA-approved as safe. Noted only as a low-level, transparency point because the label gives the additive class/code rather than the name.
Seasoning — broad term, specific components not disclosed. Could contain various spices, herbs, and other flavouring agents.
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
The ingredient 'Flavour Enhancer' is not specifically identified. If it is Disodium Ribonucleotides, it is a purine source and relevant for people managing gout.
The ingredient 'Flavour' is not specifically identified, raising transparency concerns about its origin and potential allergens.
The ingredient 'Colour' is not specifically identified, raising transparency concerns about its origin and potential health implications, especially for children.
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 label declares Colour without naming what it is, so the list cannot establish whether this product contains a synthetic colour.
Market rank + professional endorsement claim — requires independent survey data and clinical evidence to substantiate; cannot be assessed from label data alone.
The label states '5% of Adult's RDA' for energy, but the specific RDA value for an adult is not provided on the label to verify this percentage.
The product name and seasoning ingredients indicate a sweet chilli flavor profile.
The primary ingredient is corn, and the product is described as 'Flavoured Corn Chips' in the product name.
The nutrition information states 505 kcal per 100g, which calculates to 101 kcal per 20g serving.
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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Corn 79%Corn (79%)
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2.
Edible Vegetable OilEdible Vegetable Oil^
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SeasoningSeasoning (Sugar, Spices and Condiments, Iodised Salt, Acidity Regulators (330, 296, 260, 334, 339(ii)), Flavour (Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances), Rice Flour, Flavour Enhancers (627, 631), Colour (160c)).
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Sugar within Seasoning
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Spices and Condiments within Seasoning
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Iodised Salt within Seasoning
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Acidity Regulator within SeasoningAcidity Regulators (330, 296, 260, 334, 339(ii))
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Flavour within SeasoningFlavour (Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances)
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Rice Flour within Seasoning
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Flavour Enhancer within SeasoningFlavour Enhancers (627, 631)
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Colour within Seasoning synthetic colourPaprika extract (INS 160C)Colour (160c)
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 | 505 kcal |
| Protein | 6.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 64 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g |
| Added Sugars | 4.5 g |
| Total Fat | 24.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 623 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 Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips?
The label of Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips lists 11 ingredients, in label order: Corn, Edible Vegetable Oil, Seasoning, Sugar, Spices and Condiments, Iodised Salt, Acidity Regulator, Flavour, Rice flour, Flavour Enhancer, Colour. Flagged by the analysis: Flavour Enhancer, Acidity Regulator, Seasoning.
Is Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips safe to eat?
Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). It also includes a 'Flavour Enhancer' which could be a concern for individuals with gout. While the base ingredients are generally benign, the lack of transparency on these additives means those with sensitivities or who prefer to avoid certain artificial ingredients should be cautious.
Why does Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips score 5.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Acidity Regulator — acidity regulators (typically citric acid INS 330 or sodium/potassium citrate INS 331/332) adjust and buffer pH. They are among the most benign, extensively-studied food additives — citric acid occurs naturally in citrus fruit — and are FSSAI/EFSA-approved as safe. Noted only as a low-level, transparency point because the label gives the additive class/code rather than the name. Also noted: Generic 'Edible Vegetable Oil' with unknown saturated fat profile. Added sugar and salt (amount not specified, but common in snacks).
Who should avoid Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive to undisclosed flavourings; Sensitive to undisclosed colour additives; Managing gout (due to potential purine-based flavour enhancer).
Is Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
How much sugar is in Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips?
6.2 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 4.5 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips high in salt?
Yes — 623 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 1.56 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 Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "NO ARTIFICIAL COLOURS & FLAVOURS" — can't be verified from the label. "WORLD'S NO.1 NACHO CHIP BRAND" — can't be verified from the label. "5% of Adult's RDA" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips vegetarian?
Doritos Sweet Chilli Flavoured Corn Chips 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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