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Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange
Decode Label Safety Score
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This creatine supplement is formulated for adults and contains several synthetic additives, including the artificial sweetener sucralose (INS 955) and the synthetic food colour Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110). While these additives are permitted for use in food products, their presence contributes to an ultra-processed formulation. The product is intended for adults and should not be given to children. Individuals sensitive to artificial sweeteners or synthetic colours may wish to consider alternatives.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Creatine Monohydrate
Adult creatine supplement with artificial sweetener and synthetic colour
This adult creatine supplement contains the artificial sweetener sucralose and the synthetic food colour Sunset Yellow FCF. While these are permitted additives, their presence indicates an ultra-processed formulation. It is important to note that this product is intended for adults and is not suitable for children.
Declared allergens: Milk, 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.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for supplement. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Other audiences
AvoidThis is an adult sports-nutrition supplement (creatine for training). Packs of this kind are labelled for adults and are not intended for children.
Why the score is capped
Contains an intense artificial sweetener (named by INS code). Sweeteners are judged by name, and a protein powder is not exempt
Rule S-CAP-01 · Source: Declared ingredient list; EFSA and JECFA acceptable-daily-intake reviews of the named sweetener
Stacks several synthetic additives (intense sweetener + synthetic colour). Each is permitted on its own; the combination is what makes this a heavily engineered powder
Rule S-CAP-05 · Source: Declared ingredient list and the printed additive codes; one additive is not penalised here, the combination is
What's good
Contains Creatine Monohydrate, a well-researched ingredient for athletic performance.
Watch out for
Presence of multiple synthetic additives (artificial sweetener, synthetic colour) contributes to an ultra-processed formulation.
Decode Label Analysis
Contains Sucralose (INS 955), an artificial sweetener. Some individuals prefer to limit or avoid artificial sweeteners.
Contains Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110), a synthetic food colour. While permitted, some consumers choose to avoid synthetic colours.
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 claim about athletic performance and strength is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The claim of being 'Banned Substance Tested' is a certification or testing claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The term 'Nutraceutical' is a product classification that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The number of servings cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts, as the total net weight is 250g and serving size is 3.8g, which calculates to approximately 65.7 servings.
The product name and ingredient list confirm the presence of Creatine Monohydrate, which is a form of creatine powder.
The product name and ingredient list indicate the presence of nature identical flavouring substance, consistent with a citrus orange flavor.
The nutrition information states that there is 3g of Creatine Monohydrate per serving.
The nutrition information states that there is 0g of added sugar per serving.
The nutrition information states that there is 0g of trans fat per serving.
The nutrition information states that there is 0mg of Cholesterol per serving.
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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Creatine MonohydrateCreatine monohydrate
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Acidity RegulatorAcidity regulator (INS 330)
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Nature Identical Flavouring SubstanceNature identical flavouring substance
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SweetenerSweetener (INS 955)
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Anti-caking AgentAnti-caking agent (INS 551)
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Food Colour synthetic colourSunset yellow FCF (INS 110)Food colour (INS 110)
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
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 0 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Creatine Monohydrate | 3 g |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), calculated from the declared serving — this label prints per-serving figures only.
What are the ingredients in Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange?
The label of Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange lists 6 ingredients, in label order: Creatine Monohydrate, Acidity Regulator, Nature Identical Flavouring Substance, Sweetener, Anti-caking Agent, Food Colour. Flagged by the analysis: Food Colour, Sweetener.
Is Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange safe to eat?
Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange scores 5.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This adult creatine supplement contains the artificial sweetener sucralose and the synthetic food colour Sunset Yellow FCF. While these are permitted additives, their presence indicates an ultra-processed formulation. It is important to note that this product is intended for adults and is not suitable for children.
Why does Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange score 5.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of multiple synthetic additives (artificial sweetener, synthetic colour) contributes to an ultra-processed formulation.
Who should avoid Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding artificial sweeteners (sucralose); Sensitive to synthetic food colours (Sunset Yellow FCF).
Does Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (the pack’s allergen statement), soy (the pack’s allergen statement) and gluten (the pack’s allergen statement). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names the pack’s allergen statement. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange 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.
Does Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names the pack’s allergen statement. 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 Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange?
0 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Micronised Creatine Powder Citrus Orange pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 10 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "For Athletic Performance and Strength" — can't be verified from the label. "Banned Substance Tested" — can't be verified from the label. "Nutraceutical" — can't be verified from the label.
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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