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Mango Flavoured Powder Drink
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 2.8 ShowHide
Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This beverage is primarily a source of added sugar, which is listed as the first ingredient. The presence of Zinc Oxide contributes to its nutritional fortification.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Vitamins
- ZINC OXIDE
High added sugar; undisclosed artificial colorant; fortified with zinc.
This beverage lists sugar as its primary ingredient, contributing to a high overall sugar content. It includes several common food additives for texture and stability, but the specific artificial colorant used is not identified on the label, which is a transparency concern. The product is fortified with zinc, but its high sugar level means it should be consumed in moderation, particularly by children.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Total sugar is 96 g per 100 g.
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.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh added sugar content is a concern for young children, potentially contributing to dental caries and unhealthy dietary patterns. Consumption should be limited.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high total sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Colour not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Fortified with essential vitamins and zinc
Contains several functional and generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additives for texture and stability
Watch out for
High added sugar content, listed as the first ingredient
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.
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 →Decode Label Analysis
Sugar is the first ingredient, indicating a high concentration of added sugars. The WHO recommends limiting free sugar intake to less than 10% of total energy, ideally under 5%.
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 describes the product’s packaging or its category, not a testable attribute of the food itself — so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
The claim 'Great Taste' is subjective and cannot be verified from the label. The claim 'More Fortified' is a comparative statement that cannot be verified without a baseline for comparison.
The nutrition information shows that per 100g, the product contains 100mg of Vitamin C, 2.5mcg of Vitamin D, and 1.5mg of Zinc, which are significant amounts.
The ingredients list 'Artificial Mango Flavour', confirming it is a mango flavoured drink.
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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Sugar
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StabilizersStarch sodium octenyl succinate (INS 1450), Alginic acid (INS 400), Citric acid (INS 330(i))Stabilizers (E1450, E400, E330i)
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ThickenersXanthan gum (INS 415), Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (INS 466)Thickeners (E415, E466)
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Anti-Caking AgentCalcium phosphates (INS 341(i))Anti-Caking Agent (E341ii)
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Colours synthetic colourColours (Anthocyanins, Beta Carotene, Curcumin)
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Artificial Mango Flavour undisclosed flavouring
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VitaminsVitamins (Vitamin C, Vitamin D)
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Acidity RegulatorSodium citrates (INS 331(i))Acidity Regulator (E331iii)
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Zinc Oxide
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
Declared on this label as
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 385 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 96 g |
| Total Sugars | 96 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 0 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 100 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 1.5 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 Mango Flavoured Powder Drink?
The label of Mango Flavoured Powder Drink lists 9 ingredients, in label order: Sugar, Stabilizers, Thickener, Anti-caking Agent, Colour, Artificial Mango Flavor, Vitamins, Acidity Regulator, ZINC OXIDE. Flagged by the analysis: Artificial Mango Flavor.
Is Mango Flavoured Powder Drink safe to eat?
Mango Flavoured Powder Drink scores 2.8/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This beverage lists sugar as its primary ingredient, contributing to a high overall sugar content. It includes several common food additives for texture and stability, but the specific artificial colorant used is not identified on the label, which is a transparency concern. The product is fortified with zinc, but its high sugar level means it should be consumed in moderation, particularly by children.
Why does Mango Flavoured Powder Drink score 2.8/10?
What the analysis notes: High added sugar content, listed as the first ingredient.
Who should avoid Mango Flavoured Powder Drink?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding high added sugar; Sensitive to artificial colors; Seeking full ingredient transparency.
Is Mango Flavoured Powder Drink suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Is Mango Flavoured Powder Drink high in sugar?
Yes — 96 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.
Are the claims on the Mango Flavoured Powder Drink pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 3 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Great Taste. More Fortified." — 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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