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Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs
Decode Label Safety Score
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The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This snack product is primarily composed of millets and grams, offering a base of whole grains and legumes. The product contains an ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) which is classified by IARC as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans', due to the potential formation of 4-MEI during its manufacture. While the concentration of 4-MEI is not stated on the label, this is a significant concern for those seeking to avoid such additives. The product also contains 'Sugar' and 'Salt', which are common in snack foods and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Sorghum Flour
- Pearl millet
- Spices and Condiments
- Paprika Extract
- Cumin
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Contains IARC-classified caramel colour; undisclosed acidity regulator and flavour enhancer
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This snack contains an ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d), which is associated with a 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' classification by IARC due to a potential manufacturing impurity. It also contains added sugar and salt, common in snack foods, which should be consumed in moderation.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavour Enhancer is declared.
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 7 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
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
Acidity regulator not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Contains whole grains (Sorghum Flour, Pearl Millet) and legumes (Bengal Gram, Green Gram) as primary ingredients.
Includes natural spices and paprika extract for flavour and colour.
Watch out for
Presence of an ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) which is associated with a 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' classification by IARC.
Contains added sugar and salt, which should be consumed in moderation.
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.
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 →Decode Label Analysis
Contains an ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d), which is classified by IARC as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans', due to the potential formation of 4-MEI during its manufacture. 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 claim '100% Roasted' describes a processing method that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The ingredients list Sorghum (Jowar) Flakes and Pearl Millet (Bajra), which are types of millets.
The ingredients list Sorghum (Jowar) Flakes and Pearl Millet (Bajra) (millets), Bengal Gram (Chana) (chickpeas), Green Gram (lentils), and Rice Puff.
The ingredients list Sugar, Spices and Condiments (Chilli, Ginger), and Tamarind Powder, which contribute to sweet and spicy flavors.
The nutrition information states 0 mg of Cholesterol per 100g.
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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Sorghum Flour 18%Sorghum (Jowar) Flakes (18%)
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Pearl Millet 14%Pearl Millet (Bajra) (14%)
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Seasoning Mix 14%Seasoning Mix (14%)
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Sugar within Seasoning Mix
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Spices and Condiments within Seasoning MixSpices and Condiments (Coriander (0.7%), Chilli (0.5%), Dried Mango Powder (Amchur), Ginger)
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Salt within Seasoning Mix
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Tamarind Powder 0.5% within Seasoning Mix trace amountTamarind Powder (0.5%)
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Acidity Regulator within Seasoning MixAcidity Regulator (Citric acid (INS/E 330), Tartaric acid (INS/E 334))
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Natural Colour within Seasoning Mix synthetic colourSulphite ammonia caramel (INS 150D)Natural Colour (Caramel Colour (INS/E 150d))
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Paprika Extract within Seasoning MixPaprika Extract (INS/E 160c)
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Cumin within Seasoning MixCumin (INS/E 100)
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Anticaking Agent within Seasoning MixAnticaking Agent (Silicon dioxide (INS/E 551))
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Flavour Enhancer within Seasoning MixFlavour Enhancer (Disodium inosinate (INS/E 631), Disodium guanylate (INS/E 627))
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Bengal Gram 14%Bengal Gram (Chana) (14%)
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Green Gram 14%Green Gram (14%)
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Edible Vegetable OilEdible Vegetable Oil (Rice Bran Oil (Added 0.03% antioxidants (INS 307b)))
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Rice Puff 9%Rice Puff (9%)
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Oil
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.
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
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 433 kcal |
| Protein | 11 g |
| Carbohydrate | 62 g |
| Total Sugars | 7 g |
| Added Sugars | 4 g |
| Total Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 4 g |
| Sodium | 1,280 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Potassium | 372.5 mg |
| Calcium | 78.8 mg |
| Iron | 2.7 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 Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs?
The label of Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs lists 18 ingredients, in label order: Sorghum Flour, Pearl millet, Seasoning Mix, Sugar, Spices and Condiments, Salt, Tamarind Powder, Acidity Regulator, Natural Colour, Paprika Extract, Cumin, Anticaking Agent, Flavour Enhancer, Bengal Gram, Green Gram, Edible Vegetable Oil, Rice Puff, Oil. Flagged by the analysis: Natural Colour, Flavour Enhancer.
Is Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs safe to eat?
Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This snack contains an ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d), which is associated with a 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' classification by IARC due to a potential manufacturing impurity. It also contains added sugar and salt, common in snack foods, which should be consumed in moderation.
Why does Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs score 3.9/10?
What the analysis notes: Presence of an ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) which is associated with a 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' classification by IARC. Contains added sugar and salt, which should be consumed in moderation.
Who should avoid Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding IARC Group 2B caramel-colour additives; Sensitive to undisclosed food additives.
How much sugar is in Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs?
7 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 4 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs high in salt?
Yes — 1,280 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 3.2 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 Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 5 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "100% ROASTED" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs vegetarian?
Crunchy Munchy Sweet & Spicy Roasted Snack of Millets, Chickpeas (Bengal Gram), Lentils & Rice Puffs 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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