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Jabsons

Assorted Chikkis

Name: Assorted Chikkis
Brand: Jabsons

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NOVA 4veganno artificial coloursno artificial preservativeshigh sugargluten freeultra-processedlactose-freegluten-freepregnancy-safeenjoy in moderation

Serving

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Pack

400 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8904067705194

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Caution · 5 ingredients shown

Caution5 of 5 ingredients

PEANUT GUD - Peanuts (60%), Jaggery (40%)Caution

TIL PISTA ELAICHI - Sesame Seed (Til 50%), Sugar, Pistachio (2%), Glucose, Cardamom (Elaichi 0.3%)Caution

COCONUT CRUSH - Coconut Flakes (45%), Sugar, Peanuts (8%), Liquid Glucose, Cardamom (Elaichi)Caution

DRYFRUIT - Sugar, Cashewnuts (29%), Almonds (19%), Pistachio (10%), Liquid GlucoseCaution

PEANUT COCONUT - Peanuts (40%), Sugar, Coconut Flakes (15%), Liquid GlucoseCaution

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

6/8

claims fully supported

“Vegan”true

All five varieties contain only plant-derived ingredients; vegetarianStatus confirmed as vegan in product data.

“No Milk”true

No milk or dairy-derived ingredient is listed across any of the five variety formulations.

“Gluten Free”true

No wheat, barley, rye, or other gluten-containing ingredient appears in any variety. Liquid glucose may be starch-derived but is typically processed to remove gluten; no contradicting evidence in available data.

“No Artificial Colour”true

No artificial colouring agents are listed in any variety's ingredient declaration.

“No Artificial Flavour”misleading

The product's own label caveat states 'COCONUT CRUSH contains added flavour (Rose)' without specifying natural or artificial origin. The presence of an undisclosed added flavour undercuts this blanket claim, even if the rose flavour turns out to be natural.

“No Artificial Preservatives”true

No preservatives of any kind (artificial or otherwise) are declared in any of the five ingredient lists.

“Rich in Traditions”unverified

This is a subjective brand/heritage claim with no verifiable nutritional or regulatory basis; it cannot be confirmed or denied from product data.

“Traditional Indian Sweet Brittles”true

Chikki is an established, centuries-old traditional Indian confection made from nuts/seeds and jaggery or sugar; the product accurately fits this category description.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Vegan and completely dairy-free across all varieties
Zero trans fat in all five varieties
No artificial colours or chemical preservatives declared
Nutrient-dense whole nuts and seeds (almonds, cashews, pistachio, peanuts, sesame) provide protein and healthy fats
Peanut Gud variety uses jaggery — a less-refined sweetener with trace minerals
Til Pista Elaichi variety provides a notable 8 g dietary fibre per 100 g

Working against

Very high sugar content across all varieties (34–55 g per 100 g)
Liquid glucose (high-GI glucose syrup) present in four of five varieties
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) despite traditional positioning
Coconut Crush contains unspecified added 'Rose' flavour
Coconut Crush is very high in saturated fat (23 g per 100 g)
Multiple simultaneous major allergens: peanuts, tree nuts (cashew, almond, pistachio), and sesame

Who should approach with care

Nut Allergy — The pack simultaneously contains peanuts (Peanut Gud, Coconut Crush, Peanut Coconut), cashewnuts, almonds, and pistachio (Dryfruit), and sesame (Til Pista Elaichi) — all major IgE allergens capable of triggering anaphylaxis; individuals with any nut or sesame allergy must avoid this product entirely.

Diabetes — All five varieties contain high concentrations of rapidly absorbable sugars — sucrose, liquid glucose (glucose syrup), dextrose, and/or jaggery — delivering 34–55 g of sugar per 100 g and causing sharp postprandial blood-glucose spikes that are hazardous for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Children — Very high free-sugar content (34–55 g/100 g) across all varieties, combined with the presence of major allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, sesame), whole choking-hazard nuts, and added glucose syrup, makes this product inappropriate for regular consumption by young children per WHO and EFSA sugar guidance.

Infants — Liquid glucose is not recommended in infant foods per EFSA/WHO guidance; whole nuts present a choking hazard; and multiple major allergens requiring supervised introduction are present simultaneously across the pack.

Heart Disease — Coconut Crush is very high in saturated fat (23 g/100 g lauric acid) and all varieties carry a high sugar load linked to elevated triglycerides and cardiovascular risk, warranting moderation in individuals with existing heart disease or dyslipidemia.

Sulfite Sensitivity — Jaggery used in the Peanut Gud variety may be manufactured using sulfur dioxide (SO₂) as a clarificant; individuals with sulfite sensitivity or sulfite-triggered asthma should avoid jaggery-containing varieties unless the SO₂-free status of the jaggery is confirmed.

Ibs — Multiple ingredients — liquid glucose (osmotic sugar load), sesame (fermentable oligosaccharides), pistachios (fructans/FODMAPs), and desiccated coconut (high insoluble fibre) — can collectively exacerbate bloating, cramping, and altered bowel habits in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome.

Kidney Disease — Cashewnuts and almonds are relatively high in oxalates and phosphorus, pistachios are high in potassium, and the high sugar load from liquid glucose and sucrose worsens glycaemic control — all of which are concerning for individuals with chronic kidney disease.

Liver Disease — Peanuts present in three of the five varieties can harbour aflatoxin B1 (IARC Group 1 hepatocarcinogen) if improperly stored, posing an elevated risk to individuals with pre-existing liver conditions.

Gout — The fructose component of sucrose (jaggery, cane sugar) and the high glucose-fructose load from liquid glucose can elevate serum uric acid levels, potentially triggering or worsening gout flares in predisposed individuals.

Pregnancy — Sesame seeds in the Til Pista Elaichi variety have been associated with uterotonic effects at high intakes in traditional medicine literature, and high free-sugar content across all varieties warrants moderation; culinary quantities are generally considered safe.

Lactation — Cardamom (elaichi) present in multiple varieties is cautioned at supplement-level intakes during lactation based on perinatal animal study findings; culinary amounts as present here pose no recognised risk but moderation is advised.

Elderly — Pistachio and cashew nuts carry a documented Salmonella contamination risk in inadequately processed products, and elderly individuals with weakened immune systems are at greater risk of serious illness from such contamination per FDA guidance.

Ibd — Desiccated coconut in Coconut Crush and Peanut Coconut varieties is high in both fat and insoluble fibre, which can be difficult to tolerate during active inflammatory bowel disease flares and should be guided by a treating physician.

Hypertension — High free-sugar intake from sucrose and liquid glucose across all varieties is linked to raised blood pressure and cardiometabolic risk in evidence reviews cited by WHO, warranting moderation in individuals with existing hypertension.

The full analysis

Jabsons Assorted Chikkis is a popular gifting and snacking product that delivers the nostalgic taste of traditional Indian chikki across five varieties. While the product scores points for being vegan, trans-fat-free, free of artificial colours and preservatives, and packed with nutritious nuts and seeds, the most important thing a consumer should know is that every variety is very high in sugar (34–55 g per 100 g) and four of the five varieties use liquid glucose — an industrial glucose syrup that pushes this firmly into ultra-processed territory and makes it unsuitable for diabetics, young children, or anyone watching their sugar intake. The Coconut Crush variety also contains an undisclosed added 'Rose' flavour, quietly undermining the 'No Artificial Flavour' claim. Multi-allergen households must also note the simultaneous presence of peanuts, cashewnuts, almonds, pistachio, and sesame across the pack.

FSSAI licence

10012021000295

Manufacturer

Jabsons Foods Pvt. Ltd.

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched