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Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese
Sold in 58 g · 94 g — same recipe, same score.
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This snack food contains a significant amount of cereal products, corn meal, and rice meal, making up the bulk of the product. The product also contains 'Salt Substitute' and 'Potassium chloride' which are used to reduce sodium content, but individuals with certain health conditions, particularly kidney disease, should be cautious about potassium intake. The trace amount of cheese powder means it does not contribute significantly to the nutritional profile or flavor beyond a minor note. Overall, it is a typical processed snack food with some additive concerns and a need for transparency regarding its flavorings.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Spices and Condiments
Processed snack with undisclosed flavourings and flavour enhancers
This snack is primarily made from cereal products, corn, and rice. It also includes 'Salt Substitute' and 'Potassium chloride' to manage sodium, which is a consideration for individuals with kidney conditions. The product is a typical processed snack, so consumption in moderation is advised.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavour Enhancers is declared.
Declared allergens: Milk
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 12.2 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedContains Potassium chloride, which can impact potassium levels. Consult a healthcare professional.
Contains undisclosed 'Flavour Enhancers' which may include purine sources like Disodium Ribonucleotides.
Why the score is capped
Flavour not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Contains natural spices and condiments
Includes Gram Meal, providing some protein and fiber
Watch out for
Undisclosed 'Edible Vegetable Oil' lacks specific information on saturated fat content
Contains Potassium chloride, which requires caution for individuals with certain health conditions
Trace amount of Cheese Powder means it does not contribute significantly to the nutritional profile
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 like Disodium Ribonucleotides are purine sources, relevant for people managing gout.
Potassium chloride is used as a salt substitute. Individuals with kidney disease or those on medications affecting potassium levels should consult a healthcare professional regarding intake.
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.
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 label states '7% of Adult's GDA' for energy, but the specific GDA (Guideline Daily Amount) value for an adult is not provided on the label, making it impossible to verify the percentage.
The ingredient list includes cheese powder, supporting the 'Yummy Cheese' claim.
The nutrition information states 519 kcal per 100g, and with a serving size of 20g, the energy per pack is calculated as 103.8 kcal, which is approximately 150 kcal when considering potential rounding or variations in 'pack' size versus 'serving' size.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
20 entries as printed on the label · 19 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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1.
Cereal Products 68%Cereal Products (68%)
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Corn Meal 54% within Cereal ProductsCorn Meal (54%)
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Rice Meal 14% within Cereal ProductsRice Meal (14%)
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Edible Vegetable Oil
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Seasoning
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Sugar within Seasoning
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Iodised Salt within Seasoning
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Maltodextrin within Seasoning
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Spices and Condiments within Seasoning
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Milk Solids within Seasoning
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Cheese Powder 0.5% within Seasoning trace amountCheese Powder (0.5%)
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Salt Substitute within SeasoningSalt Substitute (Potassium Chloride)
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Potassium Chloride within Salt Substitute
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Edible Starch within Seasoning
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Flavour within Seasoning undisclosed flavouringFlavour (Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances)
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Flavour Enhancers within SeasoningFlavour Enhancers (627, 631)
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Acidity Regulators within SeasoningAcidity Regulators (296, 330)
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Gram Meal
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Firming AgentFirming Agent (170(i))
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Iodised Salt
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.
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
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 519 kcal |
| Protein | 6.3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 62.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g |
| Added Sugars | 4.3 g |
| Total Fat | 27.1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 720 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 Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese?
The label of Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese lists 19 ingredients, in label order: Cereal Products, Corn Meal, Rice Meal, Edible Vegetable Oil, Seasoning, Sugar, Maltodextrin, Spices and Condiments, Milk Solids, Cheese Powder, Salt Substitute, Potassium chloride, Edible Starch, Flavour, Flavour Enhancers, Acidity regulators, Gram Meal, Firming Agent, Iodised Salt. Flagged by the analysis: Flavour Enhancers, Potassium chloride.
Is Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese safe to eat?
Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese scores 5.3/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This snack is primarily made from cereal products, corn, and rice. It also includes 'Salt Substitute' and 'Potassium chloride' to manage sodium, which is a consideration for individuals with kidney conditions. The product is a typical processed snack, so consumption in moderation is advised.
Why does Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese score 5.3/10?
Flagged in the score: Contains Potassium chloride, which requires caution for individuals with certain health conditions. Also noted: Undisclosed 'Edible Vegetable Oil' lacks specific information on saturated fat content. Trace amount of Cheese Powder means it does not contribute significantly to the nutritional profile.
Who should avoid Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding undisclosed flavourings; Sensitive to flavour enhancers; Managing potassium intake (e.g., kidney disease); Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Does Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Milk Solids and Cheese Powder). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Milk Solids and Cheese Powder. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese?
5.3 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 4.3 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese high in salt?
Yes — 720 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 1.8 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 Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "7% of Adult's GDA" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese vegetarian?
Kurkure Puffcorn Yummy Cheese 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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