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Added Orange Flavour
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This energy drink contains artificial sweeteners, sucralose and steviol glycosides, which are generally recognized as safe but have ongoing research regarding long-term effects. The presence of Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110) is a concern for young children due to its association with hyperactivity. While the product is highly processed and offers no significant nutritional benefits, it is generally suitable for healthy adults in moderation, provided they are not sensitive to artificial colors or sweeteners. Individuals with sensitivities to artificial colors or those monitoring artificial sweetener intake should exercise caution.
At a glance
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Contains artificial sweeteners and artificial color Sunset Yellow FCF
This energy drink uses artificial sweeteners, sucralose and steviol glycosides, which are generally considered safe but are subject to ongoing research regarding their long-term health impacts. It also contains Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial color linked to hyperactivity in children. The product is highly processed and does not provide significant nutritional value.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for beverage. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial colour linked to hyperactivity in children.
Contains high-intensity artificial sweeteners (Sucralose, Steviol Glycosides) which may have a laxative effect or other unsettled long-term effects.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA); contains artificial sweeteners
Rule F-CAP-09
Flavouring not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
Watch out for
Artificial sweeteners (Sucralose)
Artificial colour (Sunset Yellow FCF)
Highly processed formulation
Natural Flavouring Substances — a flavour blend: its individual compounds are not listed on the label.
Sequestrants — flagged as a moderate-level concern — see the ingredient breakdown below.
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.
Sucralose (E955)
Sucralose is an approved intense sweetener with an established acceptable daily intake. The WHO (2023) advises against relying on non-sugar sweeteners for weight control, and research into long-term gut and metabolic effects is ongoing. Heating it at very high temperatures is not recommended.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO guideline on non-sugar sweeteners (2023); EFSA/JECFA acceptable daily intake
Sucralose: regulation, sources and other products →Flavouring Substances
Indian rules classify added flavours as natural, nature-identical (chemically synthesised copies of natural compounds) or artificial, and require the class to be declared. The label names the class, not the compounds, so a reader cannot see which substances make up the blend, or whether it carries something they avoid. This is information about transparency, not a finding of harm.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSS (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 2011, flavours; FSS (Labelling and Display) Regulations 2020
Flavouring Substances: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial food colour associated with hyperactivity in children.
Contains Sucralose, an artificial sweetener whose long-term effects of regular use are still under research.
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 ingredients list includes "FLAVOUR (NATURAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES)", which supports the claim of added orange flavour.
The primary ingredient is water, which is a fluid.
The ingredients list includes "MINERAL SALTS", which are a source of electrolytes.
The nutrition information states 0g of sugar per 100g.
The nutrition information states 0g of added sugar 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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WaterWATER
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Acidity Regulator 330Citric acid (INS 330)ACIDITY REGULATOR (330)
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Mineral SaltsMINERAL SALTS
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SequestrantsPolyphosphates (INS 452), Calcium disodium EDTA (INS 385)SEQUESTRANTS (452 (i), 385)
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Natural Flavouring SubstancesFLAVOUR (NATURAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES)
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Preservative 202Potassium sorbate (INS 202)PRESERVATIVE (202)
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SweetenersSucralose (INS 955), Steviol glycosides (INS 960)SWEETENERS (955, 960 A)
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StabilizerGlycerol esters of wood rosin (INS 445)STABILIZER (445 (i))
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Colour 110 synthetic colourSunset yellow FCF (INS 110)COLOUR (110)
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SucraloseSUCRALOSE
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Steviol GlycosideSTEVIOL GLYCOSIDE
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
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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 1 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 46 mg |
| Potassium | 14 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 Added Orange Flavour?
The label of Added Orange Flavour lists 11 ingredients, in label order: Water, Acidity Regulator, Mineral Salts, Sequestrants, Natural Flavouring Substances, Preservative, Sweetener, Stabilizers, Colour, Sucralose, Steviol Glycoside. Flagged by the analysis: Colour, Sucralose, Natural Flavouring Substances, Sequestrants, Steviol Glycoside.
Is Added Orange Flavour safe to eat?
Added Orange Flavour scores 4.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This energy drink uses artificial sweeteners, sucralose and steviol glycosides, which are generally considered safe but are subject to ongoing research regarding their long-term health impacts. It also contains Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial color linked to hyperactivity in children. The product is highly processed and does not provide significant nutritional value.
Why does Added Orange Flavour score 4.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Artificial sweeteners (Sucralose). Artificial colour (Sunset Yellow FCF). Also noted: Highly processed formulation.
Who should avoid Added Orange Flavour?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Children sensitive to artificial colors; Individuals avoiding artificial sweeteners; Sensitive to sulfites (from potassium sorbate).
Is Added Orange Flavour suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
How much sugar is in Added Orange Flavour?
0 g of total sugar per 100 ml. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 ml.
Are the claims on the Added Orange Flavour pack accurate?
Yes — all 5 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
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