Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po by Haldiram's — product pack

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Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po

Veg status unverified food
5.5 Moderate

Decode Label Safety Score

Nutrition · 40% 4.9/10
Ingredient safety · 30% 8.8/10
Processing · 20% 7.5/10
Marketing · 10% 9.2/10
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Weighted score 7.0/10
Capped — Energy-dense fried snack — 587 kcal and 42 g fat per 100 g, on added palmolein ≤ 5.5
Final score 5.5/10 · Moderate

Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed

This snack is primarily composed of potato and groundnut, fried in refined palmolein oil, contributing to its high saturated fat content. While the spices offer some nutritional benefits, the presence of refined sugar and rock salt means it is high in both added sugar and sodium. Individuals with peanut allergies must strictly avoid this product due to the presence of groundnut. The high saturated fat content from palmolein oil is a concern for those monitoring their cardiovascular health, especially with regular consumption.

High in saturated fat and sodium; contains common allergen groundnut

This snack is high in saturated fat due to the use of refined palmolein oil, and also contains significant amounts of added sugar and sodium from refined sugar and rock salt. It includes groundnut, a major allergen, which can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals. While it contains various spices, the overall nutritional profile is dominated by fat, sugar, and salt.

Consider this product carefully if you are

  • Avoiding certain additives or colours — Refined Palmolein Oil is declared.
Okay for: Healthy adults in moderation

Declared allergens: Peanuts

Peanuts· Groundnut

People with this allergy should avoid it and check the pack’s own allergen statement.

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 What drives the score, concern by concern · score out of 10, higher = fewer concerns
Key risks: Energy-dense fried snack — 587 kcal and 42 g fat per 100 g, on added palmolein Groundnut Refined Palmolein Oil

Concern breakdown

Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concerns

How 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.

Unhealthy Fats (Trans & Saturated) Moderate concern · 4.5/10

Saturated fat 8.6 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml

Overall Nutritional Value Moderate concern · 4.9/10
Added & Hidden Sugar Minor concern · 6.0/10
Protein & Fibre Content Minor concern · 7.5/10
Ultra-Processing & Refined Carbs No concern identified · 8.0/10
Artificial Colours & Dyes No concern identified · 8.0/10
Flavour Enhancers & MSG No concern identified · 8.0/10
Artificial Sweeteners No concern identified · 8.0/10
Preservatives & Additives No concern identified · 8.0/10
Excess Sodium & Salt No concern identified · 10.0/10

Infants under 1

Avoid

Contains added salt (Rock Salt) and added sugar (Refined Sugar), which are not suitable for infants due to their developing kidneys and taste preferences.

Toddlers & young children (1–5)

Limit

High in added sugar (Refined Sugar) and sodium (Rock Salt), which should be limited in young children's diets to prevent unhealthy eating habits and potential health issues.

Why the score is capped

Energy-dense fried snack — 587 kcal and 42 g fat per 100 g, on added palmolein

Rule F-CAP-14

What's good

Contains a variety of natural spices for flavour and potential antioxidant benefits.

Watch out for

High in saturated fat from refined palmolein oil.

High in added sugar from refined sugar.

High in sodium from rock salt.

Contains groundnut, a common and potent allergen.

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.

Peanuts

Peanut allergy is one of the most common and severe food allergies, capable of causing anaphylaxis — a potentially fatal allergic reaction. Even trace amounts (cross-contamination) can trigger reactions. Peanut allergy is usually lifelong and requires strict avoidance. Always carry an epinephrine auto-injector if allergic.

Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI; FDA; Allergy & Asthma Network

Peanuts: regulation, sources and other products →

Palm Oil

Palm oil is very high in saturated fatty acids (~50%), which raise LDL cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk with regular high consumption. Refined palm oil can also carry processing contaminants (glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters), which EFSA assessed in 2016.

Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO; Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; EFSA CONTAM opinion (2016)

Palm Oil: regulation, sources and other products →

Decode Label Analysis

Contains Groundnut (Peanut), a major allergen that can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals. This is a declarable allergen under FSSAI Labelling & Display Regulations 2020.

Refined Palmolein Oil is high in saturated fat, which is a cardiovascular concern with regular high intake. EFSA's CONTAM opinion (2016) also highlighted concerns regarding glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters as processing contaminants in refined palm oil, with levels dependent on refining processes.

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.

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"An Eco Friendly Org" Can't verify

Eco-friendly status is a certification or company practice that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.

✓
"Sweet & Salty Snack" Checks out

The product contains refined sugar and rock salt, supporting the sweet and salty claim.

Refined Sugar Rock Salt

Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.

  • 1.
    Potato
  • 2.
    Groundnut
    Groundnut (Peanuts)
  • 3.
    Refined Palmolein Oil
  • 4.
    Refined Sugar
  • 5.
    Rock Salt
  • 6.
    Red Chilli
  • 7.
    Black Pepper
  • 8.
    Poppy Seed
  • 9.
    Dried Ginger Powder
  • 10.
    Clove Powder
  • 11.
    Cumin
  • 12.
    Nutmeg
  • 13.
    Cardamom
  • 14.
    Cinnamon

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.

Peanuts Allergen on the label: Groundnut
Allergen
High in fat High in saturated fat Trace trans fat
Nutrition (per 100 g) Serving: 20 g
Energy 587 kcal
Protein 14.12 g
Carbohydrate 37.89 g
Total Sugars 10 g
Added Sugars 9.7 g
Total Fat 42.08 g
Saturated Fat 8.61 g
Trans Fat 0.1 g
Dietary Fibre 4.46 g
Sodium 220 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 Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po?

The label of Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po lists 14 ingredients, in label order: Potato, Groundnut, Refined Palmolein Oil, Refined Sugar, Rock Salt, Red Chilli, Black Pepper, Poppy Seed, Dried Ginger Powder, Clove powder, Cumin, Nutmeg, Cardamom, Cinnamon. Flagged by the analysis: Refined Palmolein Oil.

Is Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po safe to eat?

Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This snack is high in saturated fat due to the use of refined palmolein oil, and also contains significant amounts of added sugar and sodium from refined sugar and rock salt. It includes groundnut, a major allergen, which can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals. While it contains various spices, the overall nutritional profile is dominated by fat, sugar, and salt.

Why does Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po score 5.5/10?

Flagged in the score: High in saturated fat from refined palmolein oil. Also noted: High in added sugar from refined sugar. High in sodium from rock salt.

Who should avoid Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po?

The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Peanut allergy; Monitoring saturated fat intake; Limiting added sugar; Limiting sodium intake.

Is Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po suitable for babies or young children?

Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.

Does Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po contain allergens?

Yes — the ingredient list contains peanuts (Groundnut). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.

Does Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po contain peanuts?

Yes — the ingredient list names Groundnut. People with groundnut (peanut) allergy should treat it as containing peanuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.

How much sugar is in Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po?

10 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 9.7 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.

Are the claims on the Farali Chiwda Sweet & Salty Snack with Po pack accurate?

Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "An Eco Friendly Org" — can't be verified from the label.

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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