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Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips
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Reviewed 3 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This corn-based snack offers a satisfying crunch but comes with a few nutritional trade-offs. While the primary ingredient is corn, the product contains an unspecified 'Edible Vegetable Oil' which, given the snack category, is likely high in saturated fat. The presence of 'Flavour Enhancers' including Disodium Ribonucleotides is a concern for individuals prone to gout due to their purine content. It's best enjoyed in moderation, especially for those managing specific health conditions.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Corn
Processed Corn Snack with Unspecified Oils and Flavour Enhancers
This corn-based snack contains an unspecified 'Edible Vegetable Oil' which may contribute to high saturated fat intake. It also includes 'Flavour Enhancers' like Disodium Ribonucleotides, which can trigger gout in susceptible individuals. The lack of specific ingredient names for several additives means less transparency about what you're consuming.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavour Enhancers is declared.
Declared allergens: Soy
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 11.7 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh sodium and added sugar content should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedContains Flavour Enhancers (Disodium Ribonucleotides) which are purine-rich and can trigger gout attacks.
What's good
Primary ingredient is corn, a whole grain
Contains natural spices and condiments
Watch out for
Unspecified 'Edible Vegetable Oil' may be high in saturated fat
Contains 'Flavour Enhancers' that can trigger gout
Lack of specific disclosure for several additives (Flavouring Substances)
Contains added sugar and iodised salt, which should be consumed in moderation
Acidity regulators — citric acid (INS 330), a naturally occurring acid used to adjust pH; recognised as safe.
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
Flavour Enhancers, specifically Disodium Ribonucleotides, are known to trigger gout in susceptible individuals due to their purine content.
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 red chilli powder and paprika extract, which contribute to a spicy flavor.
The ingredients list red chilli powder and paprika extract, which contribute to a hot flavor.
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 70%CORN (70%)
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Edible Vegetable OilEDIBLE VEGETABLE OIL (PALMOLEIN, COTTON SEED, RICE BRAN)
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Spices and Condiments*SPICES AND CONDIMENTS
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Red Chilli Powder 1% trace amountRED CHILLI POWDER (1%)
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Garlic PowderGARLIC POWDER
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Onion PowderONION POWDER
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Rice FlourRICE FLOUR
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Paprika Extract synthetic colourPaprika extract (INS 160C)PAPRIKA EXTRAC (INS 160C)
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Iodised SaltI, LODISED SALT
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Sugar PowderSUGAR POWDER
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Hydrolysed Vegetable (Soy) PowderHYDROLYSED VEGETABLE (SOY) POWDER
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Acidity RegulatorsCitric acid (INS 330), Malic acid (INS 296), Potassium phosphates (INS 340)ACIDITY REGULATORS (INS 330, INS 296, INS 340)
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Flavour EnhancersDisodium guanylate (INS 627), Disodium inosinate (INS 631)FLAVOUR ENHANCERS (INS 627, INS 631)
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Anti Caking AgentSilicon dioxide (INS 551)ANTI CAKING AGENT (INS 551)
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StabiliserGum acacia (arabic) (INS 414)STABILISER (INS 414)
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Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring SubstancesNATURAL AND NATURE IDENTICAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES.
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
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 | 469.3 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 53.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g |
| Added Sugars | 2.7 g |
| Total Fat | 25.3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 850 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 Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips?
The label of Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Corn, Edible Vegetable Oil, Spices and Condiments, Red chilli powder, Garlic powder, Onion powder, Rice flour, Paprika Extract, Iodised Salt, Sugar Powder, Hydrolysed Vegetable (Soy) Powder, Acidity regulators, Flavour Enhancers, Anti Caking Agent, Stabiliser, Natural and nature identical flavouring substances. Flagged by the analysis: Flavour Enhancers, Acidity regulators.
Is Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips safe to eat?
Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips scores 5.4/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This corn-based snack contains an unspecified 'Edible Vegetable Oil' which may contribute to high saturated fat intake. It also includes 'Flavour Enhancers' like Disodium Ribonucleotides, which can trigger gout in susceptible individuals. The lack of specific ingredient names for several additives means less transparency about what you're consuming.
Why does Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips score 5.4/10?
Flagged in the score: Contains 'Flavour Enhancers' that can trigger gout. Also noted: Unspecified 'Edible Vegetable Oil' may be high in saturated fat. Lack of specific disclosure for several additives (Flavouring Substances).
Who should avoid Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Gout; Sensitive to flavour enhancers; Monitoring saturated fat intake; Soy allergy.
Is Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains soy (Hydrolysed Vegetable (Soy) Powder). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Hydrolysed Vegetable (Soy) Powder. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips?
3.1 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 2.7 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips high in salt?
Yes — 850 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.13 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 Haldiram’s Mexilla Flamin Hot Nacho Chips pack accurate?
Yes — all 2 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
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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