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Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits
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This biscuit contains interesterified vegetable fat, which is high in saturated fat and contributes to the product's overall saturated fat content. While not a modified (interesterified or hydrogenated) vegetable fat that does not yield a measurable amount in this product — the nutrition panel declares 0 g, though this fat class remains under research, high intake of saturated fat is linked to increased risk of heart disease. The product also contains added sugar and iodised salt, which should be consumed in moderation, especially by young children.
At a glance
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High in saturated fat from interesterified vegetable fat, with added sugar and salt.
This biscuit contains interesterified vegetable fat, a modified fat high in saturated fat, which can contribute to heart disease risk with high intake. It also includes added sugar and iodised salt, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Individuals with dietary restrictions for saturated fat, sugar, or sodium should be mindful of their intake.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Interesterified Vegetable Fat is declared.
Declared allergens: Milk and Gluten
Relevant if you have any of these allergies or intolerances.
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 20.5 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitThis product contains added sugar and sodium. Excessive intake of these can be detrimental to young children's health and developing palates. Offer in very small, infrequent portions.
Watch out for
High saturated fat content from Interesterified Vegetable Fat
Added sugar contributes to overall sugar intake
Added iodised salt contributes to sodium intake
Contains common allergens: wheat (gluten) and milk
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.
Interesterified Vegetable Fat
Interesterified fat is made by rearranging fatty acids on the glycerol backbone. It is the modern, trans-FREE replacement for partially hydrogenated oil, so — unlike vanaspati — it does not contribute industrial trans fat. It is, however, high in saturated fat, which raises LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk with regular high consumption, and some metabolic questions about this fat class remain under research. Judge it on its saturated-fat content, not as a trans-fat source.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI; WHO; EFSA opinions on interesterified fats
Interesterified Vegetable Fat: regulation, sources and other products →Wheat Flour
Wheat and wheat-derived ingredients contain gluten, which triggers an autoimmune response in people with celiac disease, causing intestinal damage. People with non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) or wheat allergy must also avoid this ingredient. Labelled as a major allergen by FSSAI.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI Food Labelling Regulations; Celiac Disease Foundation
Wheat Flour: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Interesterified Vegetable Fat is high in saturated fat, which is linked to an increased risk of heart disease with high intake.
Contains gluten from refined wheat flour, making it unsuitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
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 label does not provide information to compare with previous recipes.
The label does not provide information to verify the historical claim of quality and goodness since 1953.
The label does not provide information to verify the claim of being famous world over.
The ingredients list includes Table Butter, supporting the buttery claim.
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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Refined Wheat FlourRefined Wheat Flour (Maida)
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Interesterified Vegetable FatInteresterified Vegetable Fat (Refined Rice Bran oil, Palmolein oil, Sesame oil/Til oil)
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Sugar
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Table ButterTable butter
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Skimmed Milk PowderSkimmed Milk Powder (SMP)
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Iodised SaltIodised salt.
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
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| Energy | 548 kcal |
| Protein | 7.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 58 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g |
| Added Sugars | 5 g |
| Total Fat | 32 g |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 0.98 g |
| Sodium | 500 mg |
| Monounsaturated fats | 9.3 g |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 2.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 1 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Iron | 7.04 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 Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits?
The label of Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits lists 6 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Interesterified Vegetable Fat, Sugar, Table Butter, Skimmed Milk Powder, Iodised Salt. Flagged by the analysis: Interesterified Vegetable Fat.
Is Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits safe to eat?
Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits scores 1.8/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This biscuit contains interesterified vegetable fat, a modified fat high in saturated fat, which can contribute to heart disease risk with high intake. It also includes added sugar and iodised salt, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Individuals with dietary restrictions for saturated fat, sugar, or sodium should be mindful of their intake.
Why does Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits score 1.8/10?
Flagged in the score: High saturated fat content from Interesterified Vegetable Fat. Also noted: Added sugar contributes to overall sugar intake. Added iodised salt contributes to sodium intake.
Who should avoid Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Individuals monitoring saturated fat intake; Diabetics (due to added sugar); Individuals with hypertension (due to added salt); Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity (due to wheat flour); Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Table Butter and Skimmed Milk Powder) and gluten (Refined wheat flour). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Table Butter and Skimmed Milk Powder. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Refined wheat flour. 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 Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits?
5.4 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 5 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "All New Recipe" — can't be verified from the label. "Quality & Goodness since 1953" — can't be verified from the label. "Hyderabad famous world over" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits vegetarian?
Karachi Bakery Osmania Biscuits is marked vegetarian.
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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