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Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese
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This instant noodle product contains several ingredients that warrant caution, particularly due to its high saturated fat content from refined palm oil and refined palmolein oil, which are also associated with processing contaminants. While the label transparently identifies its additives by INS codes, the overall formulation leans heavily on processed ingredients and flavour enhancers, making it less suitable for frequent consumption. The presence of TBHQ (Antioxidant INS 319), classified as a warning-level additive, is also a concern. Additionally, the product includes flavour enhancers disodium guanylate and disodium inosinate, which are purine sources relevant for individuals managing gout.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
High saturated fat, processed ingredients, and warning-level additive TBHQ
This instant noodle product is high in saturated fat due to refined palm oil and palmolein oil, which are also associated with processing contaminants. It contains TBHQ, a synthetic antioxidant with potential health concerns, and flavour enhancers that may affect individuals with gout. The product relies on several processed ingredients and flavourings, making it a concern most relevant to regular dietary intake.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — RBD Palm Oil and Flavour Enhancers are declared.
Declared allergens: Milk, Soy 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 10 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh sodium and added sugar content may not be suitable for frequent consumption by young children, as their dietary needs differ from adults.
Why the score is capped
Very high saturated fat
Rule F-CAP-08
Flavour not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
Watch out for
High saturated fat content from palm oils.
Presence of synthetic antioxidant TBHQ.
Flavour enhancers that are purine sources.
Undisclosed specific flavouring compounds.
High sodium content from iodised salt and other ingredients.
Contains added sugars.
Acidity Regulator — flagged as a moderate-level concern — see the ingredient breakdown below.
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.
Palm Oil
Palm oil is about half saturated fat, which raises LDL cholesterol when eaten regularly in quantity, and the WHO advises keeping saturated fat under 10 percent of energy. Refined palm oil also carries the highest levels of process contaminants among edible oils: glycidyl esters, which the European Food Safety Authority considers genotoxic and carcinogenic with no safe level, and 3-MCPD esters, for which it set a tolerable daily intake of 2 micrograms per kilogram of body weight in 2018. IARC lists glycidol as probably carcinogenic (Group 2A) and 3-MCPD as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B). The contaminants form during the high-temperature deodorising step of refining, so unrefined palm oil carries less of them. EU maximum levels now apply to these contaminants in oils and in infant formula.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA CONTAM Panel opinions on glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters in food (2016) and 3-MCPD update (2018); IARC Monographs Volumes 77 and 101; WHO guideline on saturated fat and trans fat intake (2023)
Palm Oil: regulation, sources and other products →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 →Added Sugars
Sugars added to food, and the sugars in honey, syrups and fruit juice concentrates, are "free sugars". The WHO guideline recommends that they stay below 10% of total energy intake and suggests below 5% for additional benefit. Where the sugar sits in the ingredient list and how many grams the panel declares is what matters; this is information, because the nutrition score already prices the grams.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO, Guideline: Sugars intake for adults and children (2015)
Added Sugars: regulation, sources and other products →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 →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
RBD Palm Oil and Refined Palmolein Oil are very high in saturated fat and may contain processing contaminants (glycidyl esters, 3-MCPD) as per EFSA CONTAM opinion (2016).
Antioxidant (INS 319), TBHQ, is a synthetic additive with potential health concerns.
Flavour Enhancers (INS 627 & INS 631), disodium guanylate and disodium inosinate, are purine sources and should be noted by individuals managing gout.
Natural Identical Flavour and Natural and nature identical flavouring substances are blends whose specific compounds are not disclosed, which may be a concern for those with specific sensitivities.
Contains added sugars (Dried Glucose Syrup, Sugar), which WHO advises limiting to under 10% of energy, ideally under 5%.
Contains wheat gluten and soy, which are common allergens.
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 term "SUPER PACK" is a marketing designation that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient or nutrition information.
The phrase "FEEL THE KEEKOO KICK" is a marketing slogan and cannot be verified from the provided ingredient or nutrition information.
The phrase "EAT HATKE. LIVE HATKE." is a marketing slogan and cannot be verified from the provided ingredient or nutrition information.
This describes the product’s packaging or its category, not a testable attribute of the food itself — so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
The ingredients list "Refined Palmolein Oil" and "Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances" which could include cheese flavouring, supporting the claim of cheese flavoured oil inside.
The product is described as "Instant Noodles" and the ingredients list includes "Mixed Spices (Garlic, Onion, Chilli)", "Spice Extract", "Pepper", "Soy Sauce Powder", and "Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances" which constitute seasoning.
The ingredients list "Dried Cheese", supporting the claim of creamy cheese.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
32 entries as printed on the label · 25 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Refined Wheat FlourRefined Wheat Flour (Maida)
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RBD Palm Oil
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Modified Starch
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Wheat Gluten
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Iodised Salt
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ThickenerThickener (INS 412)
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Raising AgentsRaising Agents (INS 500(i)) & INS 500(iii))
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Acidity RegulatorAcidity Regulator (INS 330 & INS 339(ii))
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Natural Identical FlavourNatural Identical Flavour (vanaspati)
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Dried Glucose Syrup
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EmulsifierMono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (INS 471)Emulsifier (INS 471)
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Anticaking AgentSilicon dioxide (INS 551)Anticaking Agent (INS 551)
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Antioxidant listed twiceTBHQ (INS 319)Antioxidant (INS 319)
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Sugar
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Iodised Salt
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Mixed SpicesMixed Spices (Garlic, Onion, Chilli)
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Spice Extract
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Pepper
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Soy Sauce Powder
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Flavour EnhancersDisodium guanylate (INS 627), Disodium inosinate (INS 631)Flavour Enhancers (INS 627 & INS 631)
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Acidity Regulator listed twiceCitric acid (INS 330)Acidity Regulator (INS 330)
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Anticaking AgentSilicon dioxide (INS 551)Anticaking Agent (INS 551)
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Maltodextrin
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Edible Vegetable Protein
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Dehydrated Vegetables
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Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances
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Dried Cheese
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Acidity Regulator listed twiceCitric acid (INS 330)Acidity Regulator (INS 330)
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AntioxidantTBHQ (INS 319)Antioxidant (INS 319)
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Refined Palmolein Oil
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Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances
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Antioxidant listed twiceTBHQ (INS 319)Antioxidant (INS 319)
Listed twice: an ingredient appears more than once in the same part of the list. This may indicate two separate ingredient blends in the formulation, or a duplication in how the label was recorded.
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
A blend of refined vegetable oils, judged as a single concern — a high saturated-fat source — rather than one flag per oil. The individual oils are listed below and in "What the label actually shows".
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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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 472.97 kcal |
| Protein | 9.28 g |
| Carbohydrate | 62.95 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.22 g |
| Added Sugars | 5.9 g |
| Total Fat | 20.45 g |
| Saturated Fat | 10.04 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.05 g |
| Sodium | 301.06 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 Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese?
The label of Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese lists 25 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, RBD Palm Oil, Modified Starch, Wheat gluten, Thickener, Raising Agents, Natural Identical Flavour, Dried Glucose Syrup, Emulsifier, Sugar, Iodised Salt, Mixed Spices, Spice Extract, Pepper, Soy Sauce Powder, Flavour Enhancers, Anticaking Agent, Maltodextrin, Edible Vegetable Protein, Dehydrated Vegetables, Dried Cheese, Acidity Regulator, Refined Palmolein Oil, Natural and nature identical flavouring substances, Antioxidant. Flagged by the analysis: Flavour Enhancers, Dried Glucose Syrup, Natural and nature identical flavouring substances, Acidity Regulator, Antioxidant.
Is Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese safe to eat?
Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese scores 2.2/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This instant noodle product is high in saturated fat due to refined palm oil and palmolein oil, which are also associated with processing contaminants. It contains TBHQ, a synthetic antioxidant with potential health concerns, and flavour enhancers that may affect individuals with gout. The product relies on several processed ingredients and flavourings, making it a concern most relevant to regular dietary intake.
Why does Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese score 2.2/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of synthetic antioxidant TBHQ. Flavour enhancers that are purine sources. Also noted: High saturated fat content from palm oils.
Who should avoid Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Managing gout (due to purine-rich flavour enhancers); Avoiding synthetic antioxidants (TBHQ); Limiting saturated fat intake; Sensitive to food additives; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Dried Cheese), soy (Soy Sauce Powder) and gluten (Refined wheat flour and Wheat gluten). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Dried Cheese. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Soy Sauce Powder. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Refined wheat flour and Wheat gluten. 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 Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese?
6.2 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 5.9 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "SUPER PACK" — can't be verified from the label. "FEEL THE KEEKOO KICK" — can't be verified from the label. "EAT HATKE. LIVE HATKE." — can't be verified from the label.
Is Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese vegetarian?
Instant Noodles Creamy Cheese is marked non-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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