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MAYORA

Brand founded in Indonesia, 1977 · about the brand

Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit

Veg Jain food
3.9 Concerning

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Score limited by

Contains Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA, E320) — an additive classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen

Contains Tartrazine (INS 102) and Sunset Yellow (INS 110), synthetic colours linked to hyperactivity in children; the EU requires a pack warning for each

No lane-by-lane breakdown: the label doesn't carry what the lanes are scored from.

Score capped: Contains Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA, E320) — an additive classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen Contains Tartrazine (INS 102) and Sunset Yellow (INS 110), synthetic colours linked to hyperactivity in children; the EU requires a pack warning for each

This biscuit product contains BHA, an antioxidant classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen, which is a significant safety concern. It also includes artificial colors (INS 102, INS 110) linked to hyperactivity in children and is high in sugar and refined fat from palmolein oil, contributing to a less healthy nutritional profile. While it provides some fortification with vitamins, these do not offset the primary concerns.

Reviewed 4 times

At a glance

From the declared label — not a lab test

Findings to weigh

Ingredient · potential concern Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein oil) High in saturated fat — cardiovascular concern with regular high intake → Ingredient · potential concern Synthetic Colours (INS 102, INS 110) Artificial colour — hyperactivity concern in children → Ingredient · potential concern Antioxidant (BHA) Synthetic antioxidant — possible carcinogen (IARC Group 2B) → Declared allergens Milk + Gluten Matters if you have any of these allergies; check the pack’s own allergen statement. →

What’s favorable

  • Vitamin Premix (Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Cyanocobalamin)

Contains possible carcinogen BHA, artificial colors, and high sugar/fat.

This biscuit contains BHA, an antioxidant classified by IARC as a possible human carcinogen, raising a significant safety concern. It also uses artificial colors linked to hyperactivity in children and is high in sugar and refined palmolein oil.

Consider this product carefully if you are

  • Avoiding certain additives or colours — Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein oil) and Synthetic Colours (INS 102, INS 110) are declared.

Declared allergens: Milk and Gluten

Milk· Whey Powder, Milk Solids (SMP) Gluten· Refined wheat flour, Malt Extract

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 What drives the score, concern by concern · score out of 10, higher = fewer concerns
Key risks: Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein oil) Synthetic Colours (INS 102, INS 110) Antioxidant (BHA) Synthetic Colours (INS 102, INS 110) +2 more

Concern breakdown

Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concerns

How 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.

Artificial Colours & Dyes Significant concern · 2.5/10
Preservatives & Additives Significant concern · 2.5/10
Flavour Enhancers & MSG No concern identified · 8.0/10
Artificial Sweeteners No concern identified · 8.0/10
Excess Sodium & Salt Not assessed
Added & Hidden Sugar Not assessed
Unhealthy Fats (Trans & Saturated) Not assessed
Ultra-Processing & Refined Carbs Not assessed
Protein & Fibre Content Not assessed
Overall Nutritional Value Not assessed

6 concerns could not be assessed from this label. That means we don't know — not that there's nothing to find.

Infants under 1

Avoid

Contains added sugar and high sodium, which are not recommended for infants.

Toddlers & young children (1–5)

Limit

Contains synthetic colors (INS 102, INS 110) which have been linked to hyperactivity in children. Consumption should be limited or avoided.

Why the score is capped

Contains Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA, E320) — an additive classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen

Rule F-CAP-10 · Source: IARC / EFSA classification of the additive

Contains Tartrazine (INS 102) and Sunset Yellow (INS 110), synthetic colours linked to hyperactivity in children; the EU requires a pack warning for each

Rule F-CAP-18 · Source: McCann et al., Lancet 2007; EFSA 2009; EU Regulation 1333/2008 Annex V warning

What's good

Fortified with essential B vitamins (Thiamine, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine, Cyanocobalamin)

Watch out for

High in added sugar (15.8%)

Contains refined palmolein oil, high in saturated fat

Contains artificial cheese flavor

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 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 →

Sunset Yellow FCF (E110)

E110 is part of the "Southampton Six" artificial colours linked to increased hyperactivity in children in a UK FSA-funded study. The EU mandates a warning label on products containing it. Allergy and asthma sufferers may also react.

Regulatory & scientific authority Source: McCann et al. Lancet 2007; EFSA 2009

Sunset Yellow FCF: regulation, sources and other products →

BHA (E320)

BHA is listed as a possible human carcinogen by IARC based on animal studies. It is also a suspected endocrine disruptor. While still permitted in India and the US, it is restricted in some countries. Preference for natural antioxidants (tocopherols, rosemary extract) is advisable.

Regulatory & scientific authority Source: IARC Group 2B; National Toxicology Program

BHA: regulation, sources and other products →

Tartrazine (E102)

Tartrazine is a synthetic azo dye. It can cause hypersensitivity reactions in aspirin-sensitive individuals and asthma patients. The EU requires a warning label ("may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children") on foods containing E102.

Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA 2009; EU Regulation 1333/2008

Tartrazine: regulation, sources and other products →

Sodium Carbonate (E500)

Used as a leavening agent and acidity regulator. Contributes to total dietary sodium. Individuals on sodium-restricted diets (hypertension, kidney disease, heart failure) should account for sodium from all food additive sources, not just table salt.

Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI INS 500

Sodium Carbonate: 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

Contains Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA, E320), an antioxidant classified by IARC as a Group 2B possible human carcinogen.

Contains synthetic colors (INS 102, INS 110) which have been linked to hyperactivity in children.

High in added sugar (15.8%) and refined fat (Palmolein oil), contributing to a less healthy nutritional profile.

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.

✓
"8 & Vitamins Helps Give Energy" Checks out

The ingredients list includes a vitamin premix (Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Cyanocobalamin), which are B vitamins known to help with energy.

Vitamin Premix (Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Cyanocobalamin)
✓
"Jumbo Pack 10 Crackers" Checks out

The claim states '10 Crackers' and this is a count of items in the pack, which is directly supported by the packaging.

Jumbo Pack 10 Crackers

Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.

  • 1.
    Refined Wheat Flour
  • 2.
    Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein Oil)
  • 3.
    Antioxidant (BHA)
  • 4.
    Sugar 15.8%
  • 5.
    Whey Powder
  • 6.
    Glucose Syrup
  • 7.
    Milk Solids (SMP) 1.67% trace amount
    Milk Solids (1.67%) (SMP)
  • 8.
    Cheese Powder 1.62% trace amount
  • 9.
    Cheese Maltodextrin
    (Cheese, Maltodextrin)
  • 10.
    Tapioca Starch
  • 11.
    Raising Agents (INS 503(ii), INS 500(ii))
    Ammonium carbonates (INS 503), Sodium carbonates (INS 500)
  • 12.
    Iodized Salt
  • 13.
    Bakers Yeast
  • 14.
    Malt Extract 0.42% trace amount
  • 15.
    Butter trace amount
  • 16.
    Emulsifier (INS 322(i))
    Lecithin (INS 322)
  • 17.
    Vitamin Premix (Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Cyanocobalamin)
  • 18.
    Synthetic Colours (INS 102, INS 110) synthetic colour
    Tartrazine (INS 102), Sunset yellow FCF (INS 110)
  • 19.
    Artificial Flavour (Cheese) undisclosed flavouring

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.

Milk Allergen on the label: Whey Powder, Milk Solids (SMP), Cheese Powder
Allergen
Gluten Allergen on the label: Refined wheat flour, Malt Extract
Allergen

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What are the ingredients in Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit?

The label of Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit lists 19 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein oil), Antioxidant (BHA), Sugar, Whey Powder, Glucose Syrup, Milk Solids (SMP), Cheese Powder, Cheese Maltodextrin, Tapioca starch, Raising Agents (INS 503(ii), INS 500(ii)), Iodized Salt, Bakers Yeast, Malt Extract, Butter, Emulsifier (INS 322(i)), Vitamin Premix (Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Cyanocobalamin), Synthetic Colours (INS 102, INS 110), Artificial Flavour (Cheese). Flagged by the analysis: Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein oil), Antioxidant (BHA), Synthetic Colours (INS 102, INS 110), Artificial Flavour (Cheese).

Is Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit safe to eat?

Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This biscuit contains BHA, an antioxidant classified by IARC as a possible human carcinogen, raising a significant safety concern. It also uses artificial colors linked to hyperactivity in children and is high in sugar and refined palmolein oil.

Why does Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit score 3.9/10?

What the analysis notes: High in added sugar (15.8%). Contains refined palmolein oil, high in saturated fat. Contains artificial cheese flavor.

Who should avoid Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit?

The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Children (due to artificial colors); Individuals sensitive to food additives; Those avoiding possible carcinogens; Individuals managing sugar or fat intake; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.

Is Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit suitable for babies or young children?

Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.

Does Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit contain allergens?

Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Whey Powder, Milk Solids (SMP), Cheese Powder and Cheese Maltodextrin) and gluten (Refined wheat flour and Malt Extract). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.

Does Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit contain milk?

Yes — the ingredient list names Whey Powder, Milk Solids (SMP), Cheese Powder and Cheese Maltodextrin. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.

Does Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit contain gluten?

Yes — the ingredient list names Refined wheat flour and Malt Extract. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.

Are the claims on the Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit pack accurate?

Yes — all 2 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.

Is Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit vegetarian?

Malkist Chocolate Cheese Flavoured Cracker Biscuit 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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