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Jabsons

Haldi Chana Roasted Chickpea

Name: Haldi Chana Roasted Chickpea
Brand: Jabsons

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 3no added sugarno artificial coloursno preservativeshigh fiberlegume-based snacklactose-freegluten-freediabetic-safenut-freepregnancy-safeenjoy in moderation

Serving

30 g

Pack

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Ingredients

Barcode

8904067711027

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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 · 1 ingredient shown

Caution1 of 4 ingredients

Refined Cottonseed OilCaution

Cleared 3▾

Chickpea (Chana)Cleared

Turmeric (Haldi)E100Cleared

Iodized SaltCleared

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.

4/5

claims fully supported

“6 Grams of Protein Per Serving”true

Both the main nutrition panel and rawLabelData nutrition block confirm 6 g protein per 30 g serving.

“3 Grams of Dietary Fiber Per Serving”true

Both the main nutrition panel and rawLabelData nutrition block confirm 3 g dietary fibre per 30 g serving.

“2 mg of Iron Per Serving”true

rawLabelData nutrition block lists ironMg: 2 per serving (30 g); the per-100 g label block lists 6 mg iron, consistent at the serving level.

“With Turmeric”true

Turmeric (Haldi) is listed as the third ingredient at 1.4% of the product.

“Rich in Traditions”unverified

This is a brand tagline with no verifiable nutritional, compositional, or certification basis available in the data.

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

92% chickpea — whole-food ingredient dominates the recipe
Zero added sugar confirmed on label
No artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives
Good source of plant protein: 6 g per 30 g serving
Good source of dietary fibre: 3 g per 30 g serving
Contains turmeric, a natural anti-inflammatory spice

Working against

Refined cottonseed oil contains EFSA-flagged process contaminants (GE, 3-MCPD)
Moderate sodium: 190 mg per serving, ~1235 mg per full pack
Cross-contamination risk with peanuts and tree nuts declared on label
High-FODMAP legume base may cause bloating in IBS sufferers
Cottonseed oil has a poor omega-6 to omega-3 ratio

Who should approach with care

Infants — Refined cottonseed oil's refining process generates glycidyl fatty acid esters (GE), which EFSA identifies as a particular health concern for infants; additionally, whole chickpeas pose a choking hazard and iodized salt is inappropriate for infant foods.

Ibs — Chickpeas are high in fermentable oligosaccharides (FODMAPs) and can trigger bloating, gas, and abdominal discomfort in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome.

Kidney Disease — Chickpeas are relatively high in potassium and phosphorus requiring dietary restriction in CKD, and iodized salt adds further sodium load that CKD patients need to manage carefully.

Hypertension — Each 30 g serving delivers 190 mg sodium, and the full pack (~195 g) contributes approximately 1235 mg sodium, which is significant against the WHO recommendation of less than 2000 mg/day for hypertensive individuals.

Heart Disease — Refined cottonseed oil has a high omega-6 to omega-3 ratio unfavourable for cardiovascular health, and the sodium from iodized salt contributes to cardiovascular risk at habitual high intake.

Liver Disease — Refined cottonseed oil's process contaminants (3-MCPD, 2-MCPD) show hepatotoxic properties in animal studies reviewed by EFSA, and high-dose curcumin exposure has been linked to acute cholestatic hepatitis, making this product inadvisable for those with pre-existing liver impairment.

Thyroid Disease — Iodized salt provides supplemental iodine that can worsen both hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis; individuals with thyroid conditions should seek physician guidance on iodine intake.

Pregnancy — Turmeric at culinary amounts is generally safe in pregnancy, but the JECFA ADI was derived from reproductive toxicity data, and iodine intake from iodized salt should be monitored against the WHO recommended 250 µg/day total during pregnancy.

Children — EFSA found that curcumin intake from food additives can exceed the ADI of 3 mg/kg bw/day in children aged 1–10, particularly where multiple curcumin-containing products are consumed regularly.

Gout — Chickpeas contain moderate purines; individuals with gout may need to moderate overall legume intake as part of broader purine management.

Nut Allergy — The label declares 'May Contain Peanuts, Tree Nuts', indicating shared manufacturing lines that pose a cross-contamination risk for individuals with peanut or tree nut allergies.

The full analysis

Jabsons Haldi Chana appeals to health-conscious Indian snackers looking for a legume-based alternative to fried namkeen. The ingredient list is admirably short and free of artificial additives, colours, preservatives, and added sugars — rare in the packaged snack aisle. The most useful thing a curious consumer should know is that while the chickpea base is genuinely nutritious, the refined cottonseed oil carries EFSA-flagged process contaminants (glycidyl esters, 3-MCPD) that warrant caution for infants and people with liver conditions, and sodium accumulates meaningfully across the full ~195g pack (~1235 mg), which matters for anyone managing blood pressure or heart health.

FSSAI licence

10012021000295

Manufacturer

Jabsons Foods Pvt. Ltd.

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched