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Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix
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Reviewed 4 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This instant mix contains hydrogenated vegetable oil, a source of saturated fat, and an undisclosed preservative that includes Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen. While convenient, the lack of full disclosure for 'Preservative' and 'Raising Agents' is a transparency concern, and the presence of BHA warrants caution for all consumers.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Lentil Flour
- Fenugreek powder
Contains IARC 2B carcinogen BHA and hydrogenated vegetable oil
This instant mix contains hydrogenated vegetable oil, which is high in saturated fat. It also lists 'Preservative' without specifying the compound, but it is known to include Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), which the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen. This raises a significant safety concern for regular consumption.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is declared.
Declared allergens: Gluten
Relevant if you have this allergy or intolerance.
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 4 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added salt; high sodium intake is not recommended for infants.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh sodium content may not be suitable for regular consumption by young children.
Why the score is capped
Contains Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA, E320) — an additive classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen
Rule F-CAP-10 · Source: IARC / EFSA classification of the additive
Preservative, raising agents not disclosed — 2 additive classes are named without saying which substances they are
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Contains lentil flour, adding protein and fiber
Includes fenugreek powder for flavor and potential benefits
Watch out for
Presence of Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), an IARC Group 2B possible human carcinogen
High saturated fat content from hydrogenated vegetable oil
Lack of transparency regarding specific 'Preservative' and 'Raising Agents'
Contains wheat (semolina), which is a common allergen (gluten)
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.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat
A vegetable oil hardened by hydrogenation — including vanaspati / dalda. Labelled without "partially", it is in practice fully hydrogenated, and post-FSSAI-2021 vanaspati is reformulated to meet the 2% industrial-trans-fat cap — so it is treated as the modern, trans-FREE form rather than a trans-fat source, but it is high in saturated fat, which raises LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk with regular high consumption. If an oil is explicitly PARTIALLY hydrogenated it does carry industrial trans fat; either way, the product's declared trans-fat figure on the nutrition panel is the definitive check.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO; FSSAI Trans Fatty Acids Regulation 2021; EFSA
Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), an additive classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen (ingested).
Contains Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, which is a source of high saturated fat.
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 claim refers to the ease of preparation, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition information.
The claim refers to the preparation time, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition information.
The ingredient list does not explicitly state the presence or absence of artificial flavors or colors, making this claim unverifiable.
All ingredients listed are plant-based or derived from non-animal sources.
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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Rice Flour
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Lentil Flour
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Corn FlourCorn,Flour
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Hydrogenated Vegetable OilHydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Palmolein Oil, Sesame Oil
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PreservativeBHA (INS 320)& Preservative: Butylated Hydroxy Anisole (E320)))
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Semolina (Wheat)
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Salt
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Raising AgentsCitric acid (INS 330), Sodium carbonates (INS 500)Raising Agents (Citric Acid (E330) & Sodium Bicarbonate (E500(ii))))
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Fenugreek Powder
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Acidity RegulatorSodium diacetate (INS 262)& Acidity Regulator (Sodium Acetate (E262(i))).
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 | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 68 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 5 g |
| Sodium | 1,000 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 Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix?
The label of Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix lists 10 ingredients, in label order: Rice flour, Lentil Flour, Corn flour, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Preservative, Semolina (Wheat), Salt, Raising Agents, Fenugreek powder, Acidity Regulator. Flagged by the analysis: Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Preservative.
Is Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix safe to eat?
Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This instant mix contains hydrogenated vegetable oil, which is high in saturated fat. It also lists 'Preservative' without specifying the compound, but it is known to include Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), which the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen. This raises a significant safety concern for regular consumption.
Why does Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix score 3.9/10?
Flagged in the score: High saturated fat content from hydrogenated vegetable oil. Lack of transparency regarding specific 'Preservative' and 'Raising Agents'. Also noted: Presence of Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), an IARC Group 2B possible human carcinogen.
Who should avoid Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Individuals concerned about carcinogens; Those monitoring saturated fat intake; People with food additive sensitivities; Gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease).
Is Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains gluten (Semolina (Wheat)). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Semolina (Wheat). 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 Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix?
0 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.
Is Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix high in salt?
Yes — 1,000 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.5 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 Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "3 easy steps!" — can't be verified from the label. "in 25 mins" — can't be verified from the label. "NO ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURS & COLOURS" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix vegetarian?
Gits Instant Dahivada Snack Mix is marked vegetarian.
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