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MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices
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This instant noodle product contains several ingredients of concern, most notably an ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) which is classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen due to its 4-MEI by-product. It also includes palm oil, which is high in saturated fat and has environmental concerns. The product is also high in sodium and sugar, making it unsuitable for regular consumption, especially for young children.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Mixed Spices
- Onion powder
- Coriander powder
- Red chilli powder
- Turmeric powder
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Contains possible carcinogen, high in saturated fat, sugar, and sodium.
This instant noodle product contains an ammonia caramel colour, which has a by-product classified as a possible human carcinogen by IARC. It is also high in saturated fat from palm oil, and contains significant amounts of sugar and sodium. The use of generic terms for several additives reduces transparency.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Palm oil and Flavour Enhancer are declared.
Declared allergens: Peanuts and Gluten
People with these allergies 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
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 8.2 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
AvoidHigh levels of added sugar and sodium are not recommended for young children and can contribute to unhealthy dietary habits.
Why the score is capped
Contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) — which can generate 4-MEI during manufacture — IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans); this label does not state its concentration
Rule F-CAP-10 · Source: IARC / EFSA classification of the additive
What's good
Contains a variety of natural spices for flavour
Provides some protein from hydrolysed groundnut protein and wheat gluten
Watch out for
High in saturated fat from palm oil
High in added sugar
High in sodium from iodized salt
Contains undisclosed additives (mineral)
Presence of a possible carcinogen (ammonia caramel colour if included in 'Colour')
Flavour Enhancer — flavour enhancer — a purine source; relevant for people managing gout.
Humectant — named on the label with its additive code.
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 →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 →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
Palm oil is high in saturated fat, which is a cardiovascular concern, and its refining process can produce glycidyl esters contaminants.
Contains hydrolysed groundnut protein, refined wheat flour, and wheat gluten, which are common allergens for individuals with peanut allergy, 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.
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 claim 'Truly GOOD' is a subjective statement about product quality and cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The ingredient list includes a variety of mixed spices such as onion powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, garlic powder, cumin powder, aniseed powder, ginger powder, fenugreek powder, black pepper powder, toasted onion powder, clove powder, green cardamom
The nutrition information states that the product contains 6.9 mg of Iron per 100g.
The product is clearly labeled as '2-Minute Noodles' and the ingredient list includes 'Mixed Spices' and other flavorings, indicating it is instant noodles with seasoning.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
34 entries as printed on the label · 28 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Refined wheat flour (Maida) listed twice
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Palm oil listed twice
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Iodized salt listed twice
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Wheat gluten listed twice
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Thickener listed twicePotassium chloride (INS 508), Guar gum (INS 412)Thickeners (508 & 412)
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Acidity regulator listed twicePotassium carbonates (INS 501), Sodium carbonates (INS 500)Acidity regulators (501(i) & 500(i))
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HumectantTriphosphates (INS 451)Humectant (451(i))
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Mixed Spices 26.2%Mixed Spices (26.2%)
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Onion powder
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Coriander powder
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Red chilli powder
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Turmeric powder
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Garlic powder
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Cumin powder
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Aniseed powder
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Ginger powder
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Fenugreek powder
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Black pepper powder
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Toasted onion powder
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Clove powder
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Green cardamom powder
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Nutmeg powder
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Hydrolysed groundnut protein
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Refined wheat flour (Maida) listed twice
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Sugar
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Starch
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Palm oil listed twice
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Iodized salt listed twice
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Thickener listed twicePotassium chloride (INS 508)Thickener (508)
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Acidity regulator listed twiceCitric acid (INS 330)Acidity regulator (330)
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Flavour enhancerDisodium 5'-ribonucleotides (INS 635)Flavour enhancer (635)
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Colour synthetic colourSulphite ammonia caramel (INS 150D)Colour (150d)
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Mineral
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Wheat gluten listed twice
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.
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
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| Energy | 384 kcal |
| Protein | 8.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 59.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g |
| Added Sugars | 1.1 g |
| Total Fat | 12.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.13 g |
| Sodium | 1,000 mg |
| Iron | 6.9 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 MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices?
The label of MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices lists 28 ingredients, in label order: Humectant, Mixed Spices, Onion powder, Coriander powder, Red chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Garlic powder, Cumin powder, Aniseed powder, Ginger powder, Fenugreek powder, Black pepper powder, Toasted onion powder, Clove powder, Green cardamom powder, Nutmeg powder, Hydrolysed groundnut protein, Refined Wheat Flour (Maida), Sugar, Starch, Palm oil, Iodized Salt, Thickener, Acidity Regulator, Flavour Enhancer, Colour, Mineral, Wheat gluten. Flagged by the analysis: Palm oil, Colour, Flavour Enhancer, Humectant.
Is MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices safe to eat?
MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This instant noodle product contains an ammonia caramel colour, which has a by-product classified as a possible human carcinogen by IARC. It is also high in saturated fat from palm oil, and contains significant amounts of sugar and sodium. The use of generic terms for several additives reduces transparency.
Why does MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices score 3.9/10?
Flagged in the score: High in saturated fat from palm oil. Also noted: High in added sugar. High in sodium from iodized salt.
Who should avoid MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Individuals concerned about possible carcinogens; Those with high blood pressure or heart conditions; People with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease; Individuals sensitive to flavour enhancers; Young children due to high sugar and sodium.
Is MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Avoid.
Does MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains peanuts (Hydrolysed groundnut protein) and gluten (Refined Wheat Flour (Maida) and Wheat gluten). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices contain peanuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Hydrolysed groundnut protein. People with groundnut (peanut) allergy should treat it as containing peanuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Refined Wheat Flour (Maida) 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 MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices?
1.8 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 1.1 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices high in salt?
Yes — 1,000 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.5 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 MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Truly GOOD" — can't be verified from the label.
Is MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices vegetarian?
MAGGI 2-Minute Instant Noodles, Favourite Masala Taste, Masala Noodles With Goodness Of Iron, Made With Choicest Quality Spices 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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