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Caramel Latte
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This coffee beverage contains a moderate amount of added sugar and includes a nature-identical caramel flavouring, which is a blend of undisclosed compounds. While generally suitable for healthy adults in moderation, individuals with specific sensitivities to food additives or those monitoring sugar intake should be cautious. The presence of carrageenan as a stabilizer, while permitted, is a point of consideration for some consumers.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
Moderate added sugar; contains undisclosed flavourings and carrageenan
This coffee beverage contains added sugar, which contributes to its overall energy content. It also uses nature-identical caramel flavouring, meaning the specific flavour compounds are not individually listed, which may be a concern for those with sensitivities. Carrageenan, a common food stabilizer, is also present and is a point of caution for some individuals.
Declared allergens: Milk and Soy
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.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for beverage. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar and caffeine (from coffee), which are not suitable for infants.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains added sugar and caffeine (from coffee), which should be limited in young children's diets.
Watch out for
Added sugar content, which contributes to overall energy intake.
Undisclosed nature-identical flavouring substances, which may be a concern for those with sensitivities.
Carrageenan (INS 407) as a stabilizer, which some individuals may prefer to avoid.
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.
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 →Decode Label Analysis
Contains undisclosed flavouring substances. While nature-identical, the specific compounds are not listed, which may be a concern for individuals with sensitivities.
Contains carrageenan (INS 407), a stabilizer that some individuals may find causes digestive sensitivities.
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 ingredients list coffee and nature-identical (Caramel) and natural flavouring substances, which supports the product name 'Caramel Latte'.
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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Toned milk 55%Toned milk (55%)
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Water
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Milk solids
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Sugar
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Coffee 0.6% trace amountCoffee (0.6%)
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ThickenersXanthan gum (INS 415)Thickeners (1440, 415)
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Nature-identical (Caramel) and Natural flavouring substances
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Acidity regulatorsSodium carbonates (INS 500), Potassium citrates (INS 332)Acidity regulators (500(ii), 332(ii))
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EmulsifierLecithin (INS 322)Emulsifier (322(i))
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StabilizerCarrageenan (INS 407)Stabilizer (407)
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Iodized saltiodized 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.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
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About this ingredient
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| Energy | 54 kcal |
| Protein | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g |
| Added Sugars | 5.4 g |
| Total Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g |
| Sodium | 61.9 mg |
| Cholesterol | 4.3 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 Caramel Latte?
The label of Caramel Latte lists 11 ingredients, in label order: Toned milk, Water, Milk Solids, Sugar, Coffee, Thickener, Nature-identical (Caramel) and Natural flavouring substances, Acidity Regulator, Emulsifier, Stabilizers, Iodised Salt. Flagged by the analysis: Nature-identical (Caramel) and Natural flavouring substances.
Is Caramel Latte safe to eat?
Caramel Latte scores 5.3/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This coffee beverage contains added sugar, which contributes to its overall energy content. It also uses nature-identical caramel flavouring, meaning the specific flavour compounds are not individually listed, which may be a concern for those with sensitivities. Carrageenan, a common food stabilizer, is also present and is a point of caution for some individuals.
Why does Caramel Latte score 5.3/10?
What the analysis notes: Added sugar content, which contributes to overall energy intake. Undisclosed nature-identical flavouring substances, which may be a concern for those with sensitivities. Carrageenan (INS 407) as a stabilizer, which some individuals may prefer to avoid.
Who should avoid Caramel Latte?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Monitoring added sugar intake; Sensitive to undisclosed flavouring substances; Sensitive to carrageenan; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Caramel Latte suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Caramel Latte contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Toned milk and Milk Solids) and soy (the pack’s allergen statement). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Caramel Latte contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Toned milk and Milk Solids. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Caramel Latte contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names the pack’s allergen statement. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Caramel Latte?
5.5 g of total sugar per 100 ml. The label declares 5.4 g of that as added sugar per 100 ml.
Does Caramel Latte contain caffeine?
Yes — the ingredient list names Coffee, a source of caffeine. Check the pack for the amount per serving, especially when buying for children or during pregnancy.
Are the claims on the Caramel Latte pack accurate?
Yes — all 1 claim on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is Caramel Latte vegetarian?
Caramel Latte 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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