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Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour
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This instant noodle product is primarily composed of refined wheat flour and palm oil, contributing to a high saturated fat content. The seasoning mix contains several additives, including flavour enhancers Disodium Inosinate (INS 631) and Disodium Guanylate (INS 627), which are purine sources and should be noted by individuals managing gout. The product also contains TBHQ (INS 319), an antioxidant with some regulatory restrictions and potential health concerns at higher doses. While convenient, its high sodium and saturated fat content, combined with multiple additives, make it less ideal for regular consumption, particularly for children due to the high sodium load.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Turmeric powder
- Garlic powder
- Mixed Spices
- Onion powder
- Red chilli flakes
- +3 more →
High sodium and saturated fat; contains multiple additives and flavour enhancers.
This instant noodle product is high in sodium and saturated fat, primarily from refined wheat flour and palm oil. It includes several food additives such as flavour enhancers (Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate) and the antioxidant TBHQ, which may be a concern for some consumers. Its nutritional profile, especially the high sodium, makes it less suitable for frequent consumption.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Edible Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil) and Flavour Enhancers are declared.
Declared allergens: 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.
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- Diet. Vegetarian, vegan, Jain, no egg, no dairy.
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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 9.8 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.
Why the score is capped
Very high sodium per serving
Rule F-CAP-02
Flavours not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Contains natural spices and vegetable powders for flavour
Iodised salt provides essential iodine
Watch out for
High in saturated fat from palm oil and palmolein
High sodium content
Presence of multiple food additives including flavour enhancers and synthetic antioxidant TBHQ
Contains undisclosed 'Natural Flavours'
Contains common allergens: wheat (gluten) and soya
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 →Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein
Hydrolysed vegetable protein is a savoury flavour base made by breaking vegetable protein into amino acids, which gives a concentrated glutamate taste. When it is made with acid, chloropropanols such as 3-MCPD can form as a by-product, and the EU food safety authority has set a tolerable daily intake for 3-MCPD. The label does not say how it was made, so this is information, not a finding about this product.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA Panel on Contaminants, Risks for human health related to the presence of 3- and 2-monochloropropanediol (MCPD) and glycidyl fatty acid esters in food, EFSA Journal 2016;14(5):4426
Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein: 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 →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 Palm Oil, which is very high in saturated fat and may carry processing contaminants like glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD (EFSA CONTAM opinion, 2016).
Contains Flavour Enhancers Disodium Inosinate (INS 631) and Disodium Guanylate (INS 627), which are purine sources and should be noted by individuals managing gout.
Contains Antioxidant TBHQ (INS 319), a synthetic antioxidant with some regulatory restrictions and potential health concerns at higher doses.
High sodium content, which is a dominant nutritional concern for this product type.
Contains Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein (Soya) and Soya Sauce Powder, which include soya, a common allergen.
Contains Refined Wheat Flour, which contains gluten, a common allergen for individuals with 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.
The term "Flamon" is a proprietary or marketing term that cannot be verified against the ingredient list.
The ingredient list does not explicitly mention kimchi or kimchi flavouring, making this claim unverifiable.
This is a promotional offer that cannot be verified from the ingredient or nutrition information provided.
The term "Korean Ramen" is a descriptive term for the product type and cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The ingredient list does not explicitly mention kimchi or kimchi flavouring, making this claim unverifiable.
The ingredients list red chilli, red chilli flakes, oleoresin capsicum, and chilli seed oil, which support the hot and spicy claim.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
29 entries as printed on the label · 27 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Refined Wheat Flour within NoodlesRefined Wheat Flour (Maida)
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Edible Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil) within Noodles
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Tapioca Starch within Noodles
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Iodised Salt within Noodles
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Acidity Regulators within NoodlesAcidity Regulators [INS 451(i) & INS 500(i)]
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Turmeric Powder within Noodles
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Thickener within NoodlesThickener (INS 412)
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Antioxidant within NoodlesAntioxidant (INS 319)
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Noodles 80%INGREDIENTS: NOODLES (80.00%)
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Seasoning Mix 12.5%SEASONING MIX (12.50%)
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Sugar within Seasoning Mix
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Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein Powder (Soya) within Seasoning Mix
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Soya Sauce Powder within Seasoning Mix
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Garlic Powder within Seasoning Mix
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Iodised Salt within Seasoning Mix
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Mixed Spices 4.5% within Seasoning MixMixed Spices 4.5% (Red Chilli, Ginger, Cumin, Black Pepper, Turmeric & Coriander)
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Acidity Regulators within Seasoning MixAcidity Regulators (INS 330 & INS 260)
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Onion Powder within Seasoning Mix
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Flavour Enhancers within Seasoning MixFlavour Enhancers (INS 631 & INS 627)
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Natural Flavour within Seasoning Mix
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Red Chilli Flakes within Seasoning Mix
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Dehydrated Spring Onion within Seasoning Mix
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Tomato Powder within Seasoning Mix
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Oleoresin Capsicum within Seasoning Mix
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Anticaking Agent within Seasoning MixAnticaking Agent (INS 551)
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Seasoning Oil 7.5%SEASONING OIL (7.50%)
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Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein, Soya Bean Oil & Chilli Seed Oil) within Seasoning Oil
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Colour within Seasoning Oil synthetic colourPaprika extract (INS 160C)Colour [INS 160c(i)]
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Oleoresin Rosemary within Seasoning Oil trace amount
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.
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.
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
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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 493.4 kcal |
| Protein | 5.38 g |
| Carbohydrate | 66.48 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.18 g |
| Added Sugars | 4.18 g |
| Total Fat | 22.13 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9.84 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 1,698.02 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0.44 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 Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour?
The label of Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour lists 27 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Edible Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil), Tapioca starch, Turmeric powder, Thickener, Antioxidant, Noodles, Seasoning Mix, Sugar, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein Powder (Soya), Soya Sauce Powder, Garlic powder, Iodised Salt, Mixed Spices, Acidity Regulator, Onion powder, Flavour Enhancers, Natural Flavours, Red chilli flakes, Dehydrated spring onion, Tomato Powder, Oleoresin Capsicum, Anticaking Agent, Seasoning Oil, Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein, Soya Bean Oil & Chilli Seed Oil), Colour, Oleoresin Rosemary. Flagged by the analysis: Flavour Enhancers, Antioxidant.
Is Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour safe to eat?
Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This instant noodle product is high in sodium and saturated fat, primarily from refined wheat flour and palm oil. It includes several food additives such as flavour enhancers (Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate) and the antioxidant TBHQ, which may be a concern for some consumers. Its nutritional profile, especially the high sodium, makes it less suitable for frequent consumption.
Why does Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour score 1.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of multiple food additives including flavour enhancers and synthetic antioxidant TBHQ. Also noted: High in saturated fat from palm oil and palmolein. High sodium content.
Who should avoid Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Managing gout (due to purine-rich flavour enhancers); Avoiding high sodium intake; Avoiding high saturated fat intake; Sensitive to food additives like TBHQ; Gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.
Is Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains soy (Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein Powder (Soya), Soya Sauce Powder and Soya Bean Oil & Chilli Seed Oil) and gluten (Refined wheat flour). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein Powder (Soya), Soya Sauce Powder and Soya Bean Oil & Chilli Seed Oil. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Refined wheat flour. 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 Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour?
4.2 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 4.2 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour high in salt?
Yes — 1,698 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 4.25 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 Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Spicy Korean Flamon" — can't be verified from the label. "KOREAN KIMCHI FLAVOUR" — can't be verified from the label. "SAVE ₹5" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour vegetarian?
Geki Hot & Spicy Korean Kimchi Flavour 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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