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Tangy Orange
Decode Label Safety Score
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This beverage mix is primarily composed of sugars, making it a significant source of added sugar for children. While it provides some essential minerals and Vitamin C, the high sugar content, along with the presence of artificial color Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110) linked to hyperactivity in children, raises significant concerns for its intended young audience.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Magnesium Sulphate
- Calcium phosphate
- Zinc Gluconate
- Vitamin C
High Added Sugar, Artificial Color.
The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This beverage mix contains a very high amount of added sugars, which is a primary concern for children's health. It also includes Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110), an artificial color linked to hyperactivity in some children.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 91.4 g per 100 g.
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.
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains high levels of added sugar (Sucrose, Glucose) which can contribute to dental caries and unhealthy dietary patterns. Limit consumption.
Contains artificial colour Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110), which has been linked to hyperactivity in some children.
Why the score is capped
Very high added sugar
Rule F-CAP-01
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Flavouring not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Fortified with essential minerals (Magnesium, Calcium, Zinc) and Vitamin C.
Watch out for
High added sugar content from Sucrose and Glucose, listed as the primary ingredients.
Contains artificial colour Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110), which may cause hyperactivity in sensitive children.
Lack of transparency regarding specific flavouring compounds.
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.
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 (INS 110), an artificial food colour linked to hyperactivity in children.
Very high added sugar content from Sucrose and Glucose, which is a significant concern for children's dental health and overall diet.
The specific compounds within 'Natural Identical Flavouring Substances' are not disclosed, which may be a concern for individuals with specific sensitivities.
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 'INDIA'S N°1' is a market position claim that cannot be verified from the provided label information.
The label does not provide sufficient information to verify the claim of supporting recovery.
The product contains glucose and sucrose, which are sources of instant energy.
The product contains glucose and sucrose, which are sources of energy.
The product contains Vitamin C and Zinc, which are known to support immunity.
The ingredients list 'Natural Identical flavouring substances (Orange)'.
The product contains 40 mg of Vitamin C per 100g, which is a significant amount.
The product contains 6.5 mg of Zinc per 100g, which is a significant amount.
The product contains 132 mg of Magnesium per 100g, which is a significant amount.
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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Sucrose
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Glucose
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Acidity RegulatorAcidity Regulator (INS 330)
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MineralsMinerals (Magnesium Sulphate, Calcium phosphate, Zinc Gluconate)
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Magnesium Sulphate within Minerals
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Calcium Phosphate within MineralsCalcium phosphate
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Zinc Gluconate within Minerals
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Natural Identical Flavouring SubstancesNatural Identical flavouring substances (Orange)
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Edible Common Salt
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Vitamin C
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Colour synthetic colourSunset yellow FCF (INS 110)Colour (INS 110)
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
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
Declared on this label as
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 366 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 91.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 91.4 g |
| Added Sugars | 91.4 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 71 mg |
| Vitamin C | 40 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Phosphorus | 75 mg |
| Magnesium | 132 mg |
| Zinc | 6.5 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 Tangy Orange?
The label of Tangy Orange lists 11 ingredients, in label order: Sucrose, Glucose, Acidity Regulator, Minerals, Magnesium Sulphate, Calcium phosphate, Zinc Gluconate, Natural Identical Flavouring Substances, Edible Common Salt, Vitamin C, Colour. Flagged by the analysis: Sucrose, Glucose, Colour, Natural Identical Flavouring Substances.
Is Tangy Orange safe to eat?
Tangy Orange 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 beverage mix contains a very high amount of added sugars, which is a primary concern for children's health. It also includes Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110), an artificial color linked to hyperactivity in some children.
Why does Tangy Orange score 1.5/10?
Flagged in the score: High added sugar content from Sucrose and Glucose, listed as the primary ingredients. Contains artificial colour Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110), which may cause hyperactivity in sensitive children. Also noted: Lack of transparency regarding specific flavouring compounds.
Who should avoid Tangy Orange?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Children sensitive to artificial colors (Sunset Yellow FCF); Individuals limiting added sugar intake; Those seeking full flavour transparency.
Is Tangy Orange suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Is Tangy Orange high in sugar?
Yes — 91.4 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 91.4 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Tangy Orange pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 9 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "NEW INDIA'S N°1" — can't be verified from the label. "SUPPORTS RECOVERY" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Tangy Orange vegetarian?
Tangy Orange is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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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