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Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink
Decode Label Safety Score
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High caffeine / added-stimulant load for an energy-type drink
Contains Tartrazine (INS 102) and Allura Red (INS 129), 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.
This energy drink contains a significant amount of added sugar (Sucrose) and artificial sweeteners (Sucralose), alongside stimulants like Caffeine and Taurine. The presence of artificial colors Tartrazine and Allura Red AC, which are linked to hyperactivity in children, is a notable concern. While it provides some B vitamins, the overall formulation is typical of an energy drink, with high sugar and stimulant content, making it unsuitable for children and those sensitive to stimulants or artificial colors.
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At a glance
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What’s favorable
- Vitamins (B3, B6)
High sugar and stimulants with artificial colors linked to hyperactivity
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This energy drink contains a blend of sugar and artificial sweeteners, along with stimulants like caffeine and taurine. It also includes artificial colors such as Tartrazine and Allura Red AC, which are associated with hyperactivity in children. This combination makes it unsuitable for children and individuals sensitive to stimulants or artificial food dyes.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Tartrazine is declared.
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.
3 concerns could not be assessed from this label. That means we don't know — not that there's nothing to find.
Infants under 1
LimitHigh sugar content from Sucrose is not recommended for regular consumption due to dental health and metabolic concerns.
Other audiences
AvoidContains Caffeine and Taurine, which are stimulants not recommended for this age group due to potential adverse effects on development and behavior.
Contains artificial colors Tartrazine and Allura Red AC, which are linked to hyperactivity in children.
Why the score is capped
High caffeine / added-stimulant load for an energy-type drink
Rule F-CAP-11
Contains Tartrazine (INS 102) and Allura Red (INS 129), 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
Contains B vitamins (B3, B6)
Watch out for
High added sugar content from Sucrose
Presence of multiple artificial colors (Tartrazine, Allura Red AC, Brilliant Blue FCF)
Contains artificial sweetener (Sucralose)
High caffeine and taurine content
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.
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 →Brilliant Blue (E133)
E133 is a synthetic triarylmethane dye. It is banned or restricted in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland, and Sweden. May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. No strong carcinogenic evidence, but the precautionary principle applies.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA; CSPI
Brilliant Blue: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Tartrazine (E102) is an artificial color linked to hyperactivity in children and may cause reactions in aspirin-sensitive individuals. (EU Reg. 1333/2008 Annex V)
Allura Red AC (E129) is an artificial color linked to hyperactivity in children. (EU Reg. 1333/2008 Annex V)
Brilliant Blue FCF (E133) is a synthetic blue dye that is banned in several countries due to safety concerns.
High caffeine content (30mg/100ml) can lead to adverse effects like jitters, anxiety, and sleep disturbances, especially for sensitive individuals and children.
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 claim is a brand or product name and cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
This nutrient figure isn’t in our database for this product yet, so we can’t check the claim against the panel — it isn’t being called false, we just don’t have the numbers on file.
The ingredients list carbonated water and caffeine, supporting the 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.
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Carbonated WaterCARBONATED WATER
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SucroseSUCROSE
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Citric AcidACIDITY REGULATORS (CITRIC ACID
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Sodium CitrateSODIUM CITRATE
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Tartaric AcidTARTARIC ACID)
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Artificial Mixed Fruit FlavourARTIFICIAL MIXED FRUIT FLAVOUR
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Taurine 100mg/100mlTAURINE (100mg/100ml)
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Potassium SorbatePRESERVATIVES (POTASSIUM SORBATE
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Sodium Benzoate unnamedSODIUM BENZOATE)
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Caffeine 30mg/100mlCAFFEINE 30mg/100ml (300ppm)
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Vitamins (B3, B6)VITAMINS (B3, B6)
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SucraloseSWEETENER (SUCRALOSE)
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Inositol 1mg/100mlINOSITOL (1mg/100ml)
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Tartrazine synthetic colourSYNTHETIC FOOD COLOUR (TARTRAZINE
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Allura Red AC synthetic colourALLURA RED AC
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Brilliant Blue FCF synthetic colourAND BRILLIANT BLUE FCF)
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
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What are the ingredients in Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink?
The label of Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Carbonated Water, Sucrose, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Tartaric Acid, Artificial Mixed Fruit Flavour, Taurine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Caffeine, Vitamins (B3, B6), Sucralose, Inositol, Tartrazine, Allura Red AC, Brilliant Blue FCF. Flagged by the analysis: Tartrazine, Brilliant Blue FCF, Caffeine, Allura Red AC, Artificial Mixed Fruit Flavour and 1 more.
Is Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink safe to eat?
Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This energy drink contains a blend of sugar and artificial sweeteners, along with stimulants like caffeine and taurine. It also includes artificial colors such as Tartrazine and Allura Red AC, which are associated with hyperactivity in children. This combination makes it unsuitable for children and individuals sensitive to stimulants or artificial food dyes.
Why does Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink score 3.9/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of multiple artificial colors (Tartrazine, Allura Red AC, Brilliant Blue FCF). Contains artificial sweetener (Sucralose). Also noted: High added sugar content from Sucrose.
Who should avoid Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Children and adolescents; Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals; Individuals sensitive to caffeine or stimulants; People with aspirin sensitivity; Individuals sensitive to artificial colors.
Is Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Limit.
Does Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink contain caffeine?
Yes — the ingredient list names Caffeine, 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 Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "GOLD STRIKE" — can't be verified from the label. "PREDATOR ENERGY" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink vegetarian?
Predator Gold Strike Energy Drink is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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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