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Mini-Mini Chicles

Gerrit

Mini-Mini Chicles contains 7 additives worth knowing about, including at least one rated high risk.

Nutrition

Calories
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Protein
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Carbs
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Fat
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Per 100 g, from Open Food Facts.

Additives

Each additive links to its full risk profile.

Artificial Colors (listed)US-style dye declarations (Red 40, Yellow 5/6 = the Southampton azo dyes).high
AspartameIARC classified aspartame possibly carcinogenic (2B) in 2023; also the WHO NNS caution. PKU risk is absolute.high
Added SugarAdded sucrose; the dose makes the poison and packaged doses run high.medium
Artificial FlavorsSynthetic flavor mixture, undisclosed composition.medium
Carmine (Cochineal)Insect-derived red; a known cause of allergic reactions including anaphylaxis in sensitized people.medium
Corn/Glucose SyrupRefined glucose polymer; pure glycemic load with zero nutrition.medium
SorbitolPolyol laxative threshold ~20g; a major FODMAP trigger.medium
Carnauba WaxPalm-leaf glazing wax.low
ChlorophyllsLeaf pigment.low
Copper ChlorophyllinsStabilized leaf pigment.low
Gum ArabicAcacia fiber, largely prebiotic.low
LecithinsPhospholipids from soy/sunflower/egg; a normal dietary component.low
Paprika ExtractConcentrated paprika pigment.low

Full ingredients

Sugar, Gum Base, Glucose Syrup, Artificial Flavors, Thickener (Gum Arabic), Sweetener (Sorbitol, Aspartame), Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithin), Glazing Agents (Carnauba Wax, Microcrystalline Wax), Artificial Colors (Turmeric, Paprika Extract, Copper Chlorophyllin, Carmine)

Product data from Open Food Facts. Additive risk ratings from the Ration additive database.