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K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR
Decode Label Safety Score
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Reviewed 1 time · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This instant noodle product contains several food additives that warrant caution, most notably Sulphite Ammonia Caramel (INS 150d), which can generate 4-MEI, classified by IARC as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans). While the label does not state the concentration of 4-MEI, its presence is a significant concern. The product also includes flavour enhancers Disodium Guanylate (INS 627) and Disodium Inosinate (INS 631), which are purine sources relevant for individuals managing gout. Additionally, the presence of TBHQ (INS 319) as an antioxidant is noted, an additive with some regulatory restrictions and health questions. The product's high sodium content is a general nutritional concern, particularly for young children. Individuals sensitive to food additives, those managing gout, or those seeking to minimize exposure to IARC 2B classified substances should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Spices and Condiments
- Dehydrated herb
Contains IARC 2B classified caramel colour and multiple food additives.
This instant noodle product contains Sulphite Ammonia Caramel (INS 150d), which is associated with 4-MEI, classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans. It also includes several other food additives like flavour enhancers that are purine sources, and an antioxidant with regulatory restrictions. The product is high in sodium, which is a nutritional concern, especially for children.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavour Enhancers is declared.
Declared allergens: Milk, Soy, Gluten and Sulphites
Relevant if you have any of these allergies or intolerances.
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 8.1 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh sodium content and the presence of multiple food additives, including an IARC 2B classified caramel colour, make this product less suitable for regular consumption by young children.
Why the score is capped
Very high sodium per serving
Rule F-CAP-02
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
What's good
Includes natural spices and dehydrated herbs for flavour.
Transparency in additive codes for most listed ingredients.
Watch out for
High sodium content, a general nutritional concern.
Contains refined wheat flour, which is less nutritious than whole grains.
Contains milk solids and fermented soya sauce powder, which are common allergens.
Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein — savoury flavour base; acid-hydrolysed versions can carry process contaminants.
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 →Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein
Hydrolysed vegetable protein is a savoury flavour base made by breaking vegetable protein into amino acids, which gives a concentrated glutamate taste. When it is made with acid, chloropropanols such as 3-MCPD can form as a by-product, and the EU food safety authority has set a tolerable daily intake for 3-MCPD. The label does not say how it was made, so this is information, not a finding about this product.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA Panel on Contaminants, Risks for human health related to the presence of 3- and 2-monochloropropanediol (MCPD) and glycidyl fatty acid esters in food, EFSA Journal 2016;14(5):4426
Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein: regulation, sources and other products →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 →Wheat Flour
Wheat and wheat-derived ingredients contain gluten, which triggers an autoimmune response in people with celiac disease, causing intestinal damage. People with non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) or wheat allergy must also avoid this ingredient. Labelled as a major allergen by FSSAI.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI Food Labelling Regulations; Celiac Disease Foundation
Wheat Flour: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Sulphite Ammonia Caramel (INS 150d), which can generate 4-MEI during manufacture. IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans). The label does not state the concentration of 4-MEI.
Contains Flavour Enhancers Disodium Guanylate (INS 627) and Disodium Inosinate (INS 631), which are purine sources. Individuals managing gout should be aware.
Contains TBHQ (INS 319) as an antioxidant, an additive with some regulatory restrictions and health questions.
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 ingredient list does not contain any commonly recognized preservatives.
The ingredient list specifies 'Edible Vegetable Oil (Rice Bran Oil)' and does not mention palm oil.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
25 entries as printed on the label · 23 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Refined Wheat Flour
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Edible Vegetable OilEdible Vegetable Oil (Rice Bran Oil)
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Iodized Salt
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Wheat Gluten
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StabilizerStabilizer (INS 451(i))
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Guar GumGuar Gum (INS 412)
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ThickenerThickener (INS 412)
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Acidity RegulatorsAcidity Regulators (INS 501(i))
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Acidity RegulatorsAcidity Regulators (INS 500(i))
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Seasoning MixSeasoning Mix: Iodized Salt, Sugar, Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances, Maltodextrin
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Spices and CondimentsSpices and Condiments (Contains Garlic, Chilli)
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Acidity RegulatorAcidity Regulator (INS 330, INS 296)
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Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein
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Fermented Soya Sauce Powder
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Flavour EnhancersFlavour Enhancers (INS 627, INS 631)
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Milk Solids
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Lemon Powder 1.2% trace amountLemon Powder (1.2%)
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Anticaking AgentAnticaking Agent (INS 551)
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Caramel Colour synthetic colourSulphite ammonia caramel (INS 150D)Caramel Colour (INS 150d)
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AntioxidantAntioxidant (INS 319)
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Natural Flavouring AgentUsed as natural flavouring agent
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GarnishGarnish: Spices and Condiments (Chilli)
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Sugar
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Iodized Salt
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Dehydrated HerbDehydrated Herb (Chives)
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.
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.
✓ 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 | 428 kcal |
| Protein | 9.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 65 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g |
| Total Fat | 15.9 g |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 4.1 g |
| Sodium | 1,920 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 K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR?
The label of K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR lists 22 ingredients, in label order: Refined wheat flour, Edible Vegetable Oil, Wheat gluten, Stabilizers, Guar gum, Thickener, Seasoning Mix, Spices and Condiments, Acidity Regulator, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein, Fermented Soya Sauce Powder, Flavour Enhancers, Milk Solids, Lemon Powder, Anticaking Agent, Caramel Colour, Antioxidant, Natural Flavouring Agent, Garnish, Sugar, Iodised Salt, Dehydrated herb. Flagged by the analysis: Caramel Colour, Flavour Enhancers, Antioxidant, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein.
Is K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR safe to eat?
K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This instant noodle product contains Sulphite Ammonia Caramel (INS 150d), which is associated with 4-MEI, classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans. It also includes several other food additives like flavour enhancers that are purine sources, and an antioxidant with regulatory restrictions. The product is high in sodium, which is a nutritional concern, especially for children.
Why does K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR score 1.5/10?
What the analysis notes: High sodium content, a general nutritional concern. Contains refined wheat flour, which is less nutritious than whole grains. Contains milk solids and fermented soya sauce powder, which are common allergens.
Who should avoid K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding IARC Group 2B caramel-colour additives; Managing gout (due to purine-source flavour enhancers); Sensitive to food additives; Limiting sodium intake; Young children (due to high sodium and additives).
Is K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Milk Solids), soy (Fermented Soya Sauce Powder), gluten (Refined wheat flour and Wheat gluten) and sulphites (the pack’s allergen statement). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Milk Solids. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Fermented Soya Sauce Powder. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Refined wheat flour and Wheat gluten. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR contain sulphites?
Yes — the ingredient list names the pack’s allergen statement. People with sulphite sensitivity (asthma) should treat it as containing sulphites, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR?
1.9 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.
Is K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR high in salt?
Yes — 1,920 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 4.8 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 K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR pack accurate?
Yes — all 2 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR vegetarian?
K-BOMB RAMEN TOM YUM FLAVOUR is marked vegetarian.
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