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Orange
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 1.8 ShowHide
Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This beverage is primarily a source of added sugar, which is listed as the first ingredient. While it provides some essential vitamins (C and D) and minerals (Zinc), the high sugar content is a significant nutritional concern, especially for regular consumption. Individuals monitoring their sugar intake, particularly parents of young children, should be cautious.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Curcumin
- Beta Carotenes
- Anthocyanins
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
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High in Added Sugar with Fortified Vitamins and Minerals
This beverage lists sugar as its primary ingredient, contributing to a high overall sugar content. It is fortified with Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc, offering some nutritional benefits. However, the significant amount of added sugar means it should be consumed in moderation, especially by children, to avoid excessive sugar intake.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 92 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.
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains a high amount of added sugar. Excessive sugar intake in young children can contribute to dental caries and unhealthy weight gain. Parents should limit consumption.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
What's good
Contains natural colours (Curcumin, Beta Carotenes, Anthocyanins)
Fortified with essential vitamins (C, D) and minerals (Zinc)
Uses natural flavouring for transparency
Watch out for
High added sugar content due to sugar being the primary 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
High added sugar content, as 'Sugar' is the first ingredient. Excessive intake of free sugars is linked to increased risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dental caries, as advised by WHO.
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.
Taste is a subjective attribute and cannot be verified from the provided label information.
The claim 'More Fortified' is a comparative statement that cannot be verified without a baseline for comparison or specific fortification levels to assess.
The claim 'Makes 16L' is a preparation instruction that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The nutrition information states 30 mg of Vitamin C per serving (25g). According to FSSAI guidelines, a product is considered 'High in Vitamin C' if it contains 30 mg or more per serving.
The nutrition information states 5 mcg of Vitamin D per serving (25g). According to FSSAI guidelines, a product is considered 'High in Vitamin D' if it contains 5 mcg or more per serving.
The nutrition information states 4.2 mg of Zinc per serving (25g). According to FSSAI guidelines, a product is considered 'High in Zinc' if it contains 3 mg or more 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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Sugar
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Citric AcidAcid (Citric Acid)
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Corn Starch
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Trisodium CitrateAcidity Regulator (Trisodium Citrate)
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Tricalcium PhosphateAnti-Caking Agent (Tricalcium Phosphate)
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Curcumin synthetic colourColours (Curcumin
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Beta Carotenes synthetic colour
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Anthocyanins synthetic colourAnthocyanins)
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Vitamin CVitamins (Vitamin C
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Vitamin DVitamin D)
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Salt
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Natural Orange Flavour
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Xanthan GumThickeners (Xanthan Gum
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Sodium Carboxymethyl CelluloseSodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose)
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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.
Learn More
| Energy | 98 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 23 g |
| Total Sugars | 23 g |
| Added Sugars | 23 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 0.01 g |
| Sodium | 40 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 g |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Vitamin D | 5 mcg |
| Zinc | 4.2 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), calculated from the declared serving — this label prints per-serving figures only.
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What are the ingredients in Orange?
The label of Orange lists 15 ingredients, in label order: Sugar, Citric Acid, Corn Starch, Trisodium Citrate, Tricalcium Phosphate, Curcumin, Beta Carotenes, Anthocyanins, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Salt, Natural Orange Flavour, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, ZINC OXIDE. Flagged by the analysis: Natural Orange Flavour.
Is Orange safe to eat?
Orange scores 1.8/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This beverage lists sugar as its primary ingredient, contributing to a high overall sugar content. It is fortified with Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc, offering some nutritional benefits. However, the significant amount of added sugar means it should be consumed in moderation, especially by children, to avoid excessive sugar intake.
Why does Orange score 1.8/10?
What the analysis notes: High added sugar content due to sugar being the primary ingredient.
Who should avoid Orange?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Monitoring added sugar intake; Managing blood sugar levels; Sensitive to high sugar content.
Is Orange suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Is Orange high in sugar?
Yes — 92 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 declares 92 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Orange pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Great Taste" — can't be verified from the label. "More Fortified" — can't be verified from the label. "Makes 16L" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Orange vegetarian?
Orange 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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