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Minis Kaju Katli 46% Dark Chocolate

Name: Minis Kaju Katli 46% Dark Chocolate
Brand: Go Desi

Avoid SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4ultra-processedhigh sugarartificial flavourscontains preservativescashew-basedgluten-freepregnancy-safelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

22 g

Pack

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Ingredients

Barcode

8906108895598

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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.

Avoid · 1 ingredient shown

Avoid1 of 9 ingredients

Hydrogenated Oil (Sesame)Avoid

Caution 4▾

Cashew NutsCaution

SugarCaution

Preservatives (INS 202 & INS 211)Caution

Artificial Flavouring Substances (Milk & Vanilla-Caramel)Caution

Cleared 4▾

Cocoa (Cocoa Solids & Cocoa Butter)Cleared

Cocoa PowderCleared

Stabilizer (INS 440)Cleared

Natural Flavouring Substances (Cream)Cleared

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.

1/3

claims fully supported

“The Perfect Treat for Solo”unverified

A subjective marketing assertion; no nutritional or objective product attribute can confirm or deny it.

“9 Minis Inside”true

Extra information confirms servingsPerPack: 9 and explicitly states 'numberOfPiecesPerPack: 9 Minis inside'.

“Dry Fruit & Nuts based Sweets”misleading

Cashew nuts at 33% are the largest single ingredient, so the product is genuinely nut-based; however, 'Sweets' framing implies a traditional or artisanal product, while the actual formulation includes preservatives (INS 202, INS 211), a stabilizer, hydrogenated oil, and artificial flavourings—additives absent from traditional kaju katli—which undercuts the wholesome impression the claim creates.

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

Contains 33% real cashew nuts, a nutrient-dense ingredient
20.2% cocoa content delivers cocoa flavanols with cardiovascular-support evidence
Zero declared trans fat
FSSAI licensed; manufactured and sold in India under regulatory oversight
Vegetarian certified

Working against

Very high total sugar: 47.7g per 100g (33g added sugar)
Ultra-processed NOVA 4 product with multiple additives
Contains sodium benzoate (INS 211), a caution-tier preservative
Contains potassium sorbate (INS 202) as a second preservative
Hydrogenated sesame oil raises saturated fat concerns
High saturated fat: 10.46g per 100g
Contains artificial flavouring substances (milk and vanilla-caramel)

Who should approach with care

Infants — Cocoa powder and cocoa solids contain theobromine and caffeine that infants cannot metabolise; artificial milk flavouring is contraindicated in infant foods under FSSAI and Codex standards; sodium benzoate poses ADI-exceedance risk at infant body weights.

Children — Very high added sugar (33g/100g) risks dental caries and excess energy intake; dark chocolate ingredients can push cadmium exposure toward JECFA's tolerable monthly intake in children; sodium benzoate ADI can be exceeded in toddlers under brand-loyal consumption scenarios.

Pregnancy — Cocoa contributes caffeine and theobromine that cross the placenta; hydrogenated sesame oil may contain trans fatty acids linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes; artificial flavouring blends of undisclosed composition warrant precautionary limitation during pregnancy.

Lactation — Caffeine and theobromine from cocoa powder and cocoa solids are secreted into breast milk and may cause irritability or sleep disturbances in nursing infants.

Diabetes — 47.7g total sugar per 100g (33g added) causes sharp postprandial blood glucose spikes, and cocoa butter's caloric density amplifies energy load, making this product hazardous for individuals with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Heart Disease — Hydrogenated sesame oil's saturated (and potentially residual trans) fat raises LDL; high saturated fat from cocoa butter (palmitic acid) adds cardiovascular burden; cocoa caffeine/theobromine may affect heart rate and blood pressure in those with established cardiac conditions.

Hypertension — High saturated fat from hydrogenated oil and cocoa butter is linked to endothelial dysfunction; excess sugar intake is associated with raised blood pressure in cardiometabolic risk studies cited by WHO.

Kidney Disease — Cashew nuts and cocoa powder are high in oxalates promoting calcium-oxalate stones; potassium sorbate adds a hidden potassium load hazardous for those restricting dietary potassium; sodium benzoate is renally cleared and may accumulate with impaired kidney function.

Liver Disease — Sodium benzoate (INS 211) undergoes hepatic conjugation before renal clearance and may adversely affect liver function in those with pre-existing hepatic conditions; hydrogenated oil's high saturated/trans fat can exacerbate non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

Nut Allergy — Cashew nuts (33%) are a declared major tree-nut allergen capable of causing anaphylaxis; hydrogenated sesame oil may retain allergenic sesame proteins; the label also warns of traces of peanuts and other tree nuts.

Ibs — High sucrose, fermentable pectin (INS 440), cocoa caffeine/theobromine stimulating gut motility, and dairy-derived flavouring FODMAPs can collectively worsen bloating, cramping, or diarrhoea in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome.

Ibd — High-fat ingredients including cocoa butter and hydrogenated sesame oil may exacerbate fat malabsorption and gastrointestinal symptoms in individuals with active inflammatory bowel disease.

Migraine — Cocoa powder and cocoa solids contain phenylethylamine, theobromine, and caffeine—all recognised dietary migraine triggers in susceptible individuals.

Lactose Intolerance — Natural cream flavouring substance may be dairy-derived and contain trace lactose; individuals with lactose intolerance should verify the flavouring source with the manufacturer.

Other — Individuals with salicylate or benzoate hypersensitivity (including aspirin-sensitive asthma) may react to sodium benzoate (INS 211); those with latex-fruit syndrome may cross-react with cashew; sesame-allergic consumers face risk from hydrogenated sesame oil.

The full analysis

This product appeals to consumers looking for a fusion of a beloved Indian mithai and dark chocolate in a snackable mini format. Despite the premium positioning—33% cashew nuts and 20.2% cocoa—the overall picture is undermined by very high sugar content (47.7g/100g total, 33g added sugar), hydrogenated sesame oil, two preservatives (sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate), a pectin stabilizer, and both natural and artificial flavouring substances, pushing it firmly into NOVA 4 ultra-processed territory. The single most useful takeaway: this is a sugar-first confectionery with real nuts at its core, but the additive load and high added-sugar content make it an occasional treat rather than a wholesome snack.

FSSAI licence

11221332000786

Manufacturer

Go Desi Mandi Private Limited

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched