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Corn Flakes Mixture
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This snack mix contains a significant amount of peanuts, which are a major allergen and can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals. The presence of Caramel Colour, specifically ammonia caramel (E150c), is a concern due to its association with 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), which IARC classifies as Group 2B, possibly carcinogenic to humans. The product also contains an ambiguous 'Edible Vegetable Oil' blend, which means the exact saturated fat profile can vary. For individuals with peanut allergies, this product should be strictly avoided. For others, it can be consumed in moderation, keeping the additive concerns in mind.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
Contains major allergen peanuts and IARC-classified caramel colour
This snack mix includes peanuts, a common and potentially life-threatening allergen for sensitive individuals. It also contains Caramel Colour (E150c), which is associated with 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans. The product's 'Edible Vegetable Oil' blend means the specific oil and its saturated fat content can vary by batch. People with peanut allergies must avoid this product.
Declared allergens: Peanuts and Tree nuts
People with these allergies should avoid it and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
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 food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Saturated fat 3.8 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidNot suitable for infants due to high sodium content from iodized salt and black salt, and potential choking hazards from nuts.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains whole peanuts and cashew nuts, which can pose a choking hazard for young children.
Why the score is capped
Contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) — which can generate 4-MEI during manufacture — IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans); this label does not state its concentration
Rule F-CAP-10 · Source: IARC / EFSA classification of the additive
Highly processed (NOVA) and high total sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Acidity regulator, colour not disclosed — 2 additive classes are named without saying which substances they are
Rule F-CAP-13
Watch out for
Contains Caramel Colour (E150c), which is associated with 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), classified by IARC as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans).
The term 'Edible Vegetable Oil' is ambiguous, meaning the specific oil used and its saturated fat content can vary.
Contains multiple acidity regulators and colours, which contribute to the overall additive load.
Seasoning Mix — a general term for a blend of spices and other flavouring agents; specific ingredients are further detailed.
Natural Colour — a general term for colours derived from natural sources; specific types are listed separately.
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.
Peanuts
Peanut allergy is one of the most common and severe food allergies, capable of causing anaphylaxis — a potentially fatal allergic reaction. Even trace amounts (cross-contamination) can trigger reactions. Peanut allergy is usually lifelong and requires strict avoidance. Always carry an epinephrine auto-injector if allergic.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI; FDA; Allergy & Asthma Network
Peanuts: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Peanuts are a major allergen and can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals. (Authority: FSSAI Labelling & Display Regulations 2020)
Caramel Colour (specifically ammonia caramel, E150c) is associated with 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), which IARC classifies as Group 2B, possibly carcinogenic to humans. The concentration of 4-MEI is not stated on the label.
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 label states '100% ROASTED', but there is no information on the ingredient list or nutrition panel to verify that all components are exclusively roasted and not processed by other methods.
This is a general slogan or statement of principle and cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
The ingredient list confirms the presence of Corn Flakes as the first ingredient, supporting the product name.
The ingredient list confirms the presence of Corn Flakes, Peanuts (nuts), Cashew (nuts), Raisin, Pearl Millet, and Potato Sticks, supporting the claim about the components of the snack.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
34 entries as printed on the label · 33 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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1.
Corn Flakes 23%Corn Flakes (23%)
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2.
Peanuts 23%Peanuts (23%)
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Cashew 11%Cashew (11%)
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Raisin 11%Raisin (11%)
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Seasoning MixSeasoning Mix (Sugar, Spices and Condiments (Coriander, Chilli, Dry Mango Powder, Ginger, Black Pepper Powder, Cumin Powder), Iodized Salt, Black Salt, Tamarind Powder, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid (INS 330), Tartaric Acid (INS 334)), Herb (Parsley), Natural Colour (Caramel Colour (INS E 150d), Paprika Extract (INS E 160c), Curcumin (INS E 100)), Anticaking Agent (Silicon Dioxide (INS E 551)), Edible Vegetable Oil (Rice Bran Oil) (Added 0.03% Antioxidant (INS 307b)), Pearl Millet (Bajra) (6%), Potato Sticks (6%), Sugar (2%), Turmeric Powder (1%), Curry Leaves (1%))
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Sugar within Seasoning Mix listed twice
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Spices and Condiments within Seasoning MixSpices and Condiments (Coriander, Chilli, Dry Mango Powder, Ginger, Black Pepper Powder, Cumin Powder)
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Coriander within Spices and Condiments
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Chilli within Spices and Condiments
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Dry Mango Powder within Spices and Condiments
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Ginger within Spices and Condiments
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Black Pepper Powder within Spices and Condiments
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Cumin Powder within Spices and Condiments
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Iodized Salt within Seasoning Mix
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Black Salt within Seasoning Mix
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Tamarind Powder within Seasoning Mix
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Acidity Regulator within Seasoning MixAcidity Regulator (Citric Acid (INS 330), Tartaric Acid (INS 334))
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Citric Acid within Acidity RegulatorCitric Acid (INS 330)
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Tartaric Acid within Acidity RegulatorTartaric Acid (INS 334)
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Parsley within Seasoning MixHerb (Parsley)
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Natural Colour within Seasoning MixNatural Colour (Caramel Colour (INS E 150d), Paprika Extract (INS E 160c), Curcumin (INS E 100))
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Caramel Colour within Natural Colour synthetic colourSulphite ammonia caramel (INS 150D)Caramel Colour (INS E 150d)
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Paprika Extract within Natural Colour trace amount synthetic colourPaprika extract (INS 160C)Paprika Extract (INS E 160c)
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Curcumin within Natural Colour synthetic colourCurcumin (INS 100)Curcumin (INS E 100)
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Anticaking Agent within Seasoning MixAnticaking Agent (Silicon Dioxide (INS E 551))
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Silicon Dioxide within Anticaking AgentSilicon Dioxide (INS E 551)
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Edible Vegetable Oil within Seasoning MixEdible Vegetable Oil (Rice Bran Oil) (Added 0.03% Antioxidant (INS 307b))
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Rice Bran Oil within Edible Vegetable Oil
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Antioxidant 0.03% within Edible Vegetable OilAntioxidant (INS 307b)
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Pearl Millet 6% within Seasoning MixPearl Millet (Bajra) (6%)
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Potato Sticks 6% within Seasoning MixPotato Sticks (6%)
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Sugar 2% within Seasoning Mix trace amount listed twiceSugar (2%)
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Turmeric Powder 1% within Seasoning Mix trace amountTurmeric Powder (1%)
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Curry Leaves 1% within Seasoning Mix trace amountCurry Leaves (1%)
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.
Listed twice: an ingredient appears more than once in the same part of the list. This may indicate two separate ingredient blends in the formulation, or a duplication in how the label was recorded.
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.
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
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| Energy | 490 kcal |
| Protein | 12.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 52.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g |
| Added Sugars | 10 g |
| Total Fat | 25.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 4.5 g |
| Sodium | 687 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Potassium | 464.2 mg |
| Calcium | 152.8 mg |
| Iron | 3.9 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 Corn Flakes Mixture?
The label of Corn Flakes Mixture lists 33 ingredients, in label order: Corn Flakes, Peanuts, Cashew, Raisin, Seasoning Mix, Spices and Condiments, Coriander, Chilli, Dry Mango Powder, Ginger, Black pepper powder, Cumin powder, Iodized Salt, Black Salt, Tamarind Powder, Acidity Regulator, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Parsley, Natural Colour, Caramel Colour, Paprika Extract, Curcumin, Anticaking Agent, Silicon Dioxide, Edible Vegetable Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Antioxidant, Pearl millet, Potato Sticks, Sugar, Turmeric powder, Curry Leaves. Flagged by the analysis: Caramel Colour, Seasoning Mix, Natural Colour.
Is Corn Flakes Mixture safe to eat?
Corn Flakes Mixture scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This snack mix includes peanuts, a common and potentially life-threatening allergen for sensitive individuals. It also contains Caramel Colour (E150c), which is associated with 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans. The product's 'Edible Vegetable Oil' blend means the specific oil and its saturated fat content can vary by batch. People with peanut allergies must avoid this product.
Why does Corn Flakes Mixture score 3.9/10?
Flagged in the score: Contains Caramel Colour (E150c), which is associated with 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), classified by IARC as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans). Also noted: The term 'Edible Vegetable Oil' is ambiguous, meaning the specific oil used and its saturated fat content can vary. Contains multiple acidity regulators and colours, which contribute to the overall additive load.
Who should avoid Corn Flakes Mixture?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Peanut allergy; Avoiding IARC Group 2B caramel-colour additives; Sensitive to food additives; Tree-nut allergy.
Is Corn Flakes Mixture suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Corn Flakes Mixture contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains peanuts (Peanuts) and tree nuts (Cashew). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Corn Flakes Mixture contain peanuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Peanuts. People with groundnut (peanut) allergy should treat it as containing peanuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Corn Flakes Mixture contain tree nuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Cashew. People with tree-nut allergy should treat it as containing tree nuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Corn Flakes Mixture?
15.6 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 10 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Corn Flakes Mixture high in salt?
Yes — 687 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 1.72 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 Corn Flakes Mixture pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "100% ROASTED" — can't be verified from the label. "EATING RIGHT IS EVERYONE'S RIGHT!" — 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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