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Plain Salted Potato Chips
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This product is a simple snack primarily composed of potato and edible vegetable oil, with a small amount of iodised salt. The main nutritional concern for this type of product is its high fat content, particularly saturated fat, which comes from the edible vegetable oil used for frying. While iodised salt provides essential iodine, its presence contributes to the overall sodium content, which should be considered for those monitoring sodium intake. The product is generally suitable for healthy adults in moderation, but individuals with concerns about high fat or sodium should consume it sparingly.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
High fat content from edible vegetable oil; contains iodised salt
This snack is high in fat due to the edible vegetable oil used in its preparation. While iodised salt provides a beneficial nutrient, the overall sodium content should be considered, especially for those managing blood pressure. It's a simple formulation with no artificial additives, but its nutritional profile suggests moderate consumption.
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 15.8 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added salt, which is not recommended for infants due to their developing kidneys.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh sodium and fat content may not be suitable for regular consumption by young children.
Why the score is capped
Energy-dense fried snack — 550 kcal and 35 g fat per 100 g, on added vegetable oil
Rule F-CAP-14
What's good
Simple ingredient list
No artificial colours or flavours
Iodised salt provides essential iodine
Watch out for
High fat content from edible vegetable oil
Sodium content from iodised salt
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 full ingredient list declares no a synthetic colour, which is exactly what this claim says. The label supports it.
The ingredient list includes iodised salt, supporting the 'Salted' aspect, and no other prominent flavourings are mentioned, supporting 'Plain'.
The primary ingredient listed is potato, confirming the product is made from potatoes.
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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Potato
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Edible Vegetable OilEdible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein)
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Iodised Salt 1.5% trace amountIodised Salt (1.5%)
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.
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✓ 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 | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 6.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 52 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 35 g |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 591 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 Plain Salted Potato Chips?
The label of Plain Salted Potato Chips lists 3 ingredients, in label order: Potato, Edible Vegetable Oil, Iodised Salt. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Plain Salted Potato Chips safe to eat?
Plain Salted Potato Chips scores 5.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This snack is high in fat due to the edible vegetable oil used in its preparation. While iodised salt provides a beneficial nutrient, the overall sodium content should be considered, especially for those managing blood pressure. It's a simple formulation with no artificial additives, but its nutritional profile suggests moderate consumption.
Why does Plain Salted Potato Chips score 5.5/10?
What the analysis notes: High fat content from edible vegetable oil. Sodium content from iodised salt.
Who should avoid Plain Salted Potato Chips?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Monitoring fat intake; Managing sodium intake.
Is Plain Salted Potato Chips suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
How much sugar is in Plain Salted Potato Chips?
0.6 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Plain Salted Potato Chips pack accurate?
Yes — all 3 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
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