Hidden Non-Halal Ingredients in Western Snacks: How AI Can Help
Living in or visiting Western countries like the USA or Canada offers a huge variety of snacks and treats. However, for those of us looking for Halal options, reading the back of a package can feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle.
Often, ingredients that look "innocent" might actually be derived from non-Halal sources. Here are five tricky ingredients you should watch out for:
1. Gelatin (E441)
The most common "hidden" ingredient found in gummy bears, marshmallows, and even some yogurts. Unless specified as bovine or fish-based, it is often porcine.
2. Carmine (E120)
Did you know that some red-colored candies get their hue from crushed insects? While controversial, many Halal consumers prefer to avoid it.
4. Confectioner's Glaze (Shellac)
That shiny coating on your favorite chocolate or fruit? It's often made from the secretions of the Lac bug.
5. Shortening and Mono-diglycerides
Frequently found in cakes and cookies, these fats can be either plant-based or animal-based, and it’s rarely clear which one is used.
How HalalScan AI Solves This Problem
This is exactly why we built HalalScan AI. Instead of spending 10 minutes Googling every chemical name in the grocery aisle, you can now use our built-in AI scanner.
By simply pointing your camera at the ingredients list, our system identifies these hidden additives instantly. It’s about making Halal living easier, faster, and more transparent for everyone, everywhere.
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