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Jabsons

Rajwadi Mix

Name: Rajwadi Mix
Brand: Jabsons

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4contains real cashewsno artificial flavourshigh sodiumpalm oil usedultra-processedzero trans fatlactose-freegluten-freepregnancy-safeenjoy in moderation

Serving

30 g

Pack

140 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8904067704951

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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 · 6 ingredients shown

Caution6 of 17 ingredients

Corn FlakesCaution

Refined Palmolein OilCaution

Cashew NutCaution

SugarCaution

Chilli PowderCaution

Contains Permitted Natural and Synthetic Food Colour [Turmeric Extract, Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin]Caution

Cleared 11▾

Bengal Gram FlourCleared

PotatoCleared

RaisinCleared

Rice FlourCleared

Iodized SaltCleared

Dry Mango PowderCleared

CuminCleared

CorianderCleared

Curry LeavesCleared

CloveCleared

Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)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.

2/4

claims fully supported

“Crispy 'n' Crunchy”unverified

No texture or physical property data is available in any of the four data sources to confirm or contradict this sensory descriptor.

“Rich in Traditions”unverified

A marketing/heritage positioning statement with no verifiable nutritional or ingredient metric; the spice profile (amchur, cumin, curry leaves, clove) is consistent with traditional Indian namkeen recipes, but no quantitative or certification-based standard exists to evaluate this claim.

“Royal Savory Cornflakes, Cashewnuts & Raisins Mix”true

Ingredient list confirms corn flakes at 20%, cashew nuts at 12%, and raisins at 15%; all three components are clearly present as declared.

“Tangy”true

Dry mango powder (amchur), citric acid (acidity regulator), and chilli powder are all present and collectively deliver a tangy, sour-spicy flavour profile consistent with this descriptor.

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 12% real cashew nuts and 15% raisins
No artificial flavours declared
Zero trans fat
FSSAI licensed and ISO 22000:2005 certified
Vegetarian product
Natural spice blend (cumin, coriander, curry leaves, clove, chilli)

Working against

Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): contains E-number colours and acidity regulator
Refined palmolein oil introduces GE and 3-MCPD process contaminants (EFSA: carcinogenic concern)
High sodium — 880 mg per 100 g per AUS/NZ/IND nutrition panel
Synthetic colour sodium copper chlorophyllin (E141ii) under EFSA safety review; genotoxicity data unresolved
Contains added sugar (2 g per 30 g serving per US label)
High saturated fat — 8 g per 100 g

Who should approach with care

Infants — Multiple ingredients pose serious risks for infants: refined palmolein oil carries EFSA-identified GE/3-MCPD exposure concerns at levels that may exceed tolerable intake, clove (eugenol toxicity), chilli powder (capsaicin mucosal irritation), and sodium copper chlorophyllin are all flagged as 'avoid' for this age group by their respective ingredient dossiers.

Nut Allergy — Cashew nut is a declared major tree-nut allergen (CONTAINS CASHEWNUT statement on pack), and the facility also processes other tree nuts, sesame, and peanuts, making this product unsuitable for anyone with tree-nut or peanut allergy.

Pregnancy — Refined palmolein oil exposes to genotoxic GE contaminants (EFSA precautionary concern), sodium copper chlorophyllin has unresolved embryo/fetal developmental data, rice flour contributes inorganic arsenic exposure, and high sodium intake from this snack warrants moderation during pregnancy.

Children — Refined palmolein's GE/3-MCPD exposure relative to body weight is of particular EFSA concern in younger age groups; sodium copper chlorophyllin copper load may approach ADI more readily in children; curcumin extract intake can exceed its ADI for children at typical processed-food exposure; and added sugar and high sodium compound the concern.

Diabetes — Sucrose (added sugar), corn flakes (GI ~96), potato, and rice flour each independently cause rapid postprandial blood glucose spikes; the combination makes this product particularly unfavourable for blood glucose management in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Hypertension — Sodium content of 880 mg per 100 g (260 mg per 30 g serving, or 11% DV) from iodized salt, combined with added sugar's adverse cardiometabolic effects, can contribute meaningfully to daily sodium and cardiovascular load in individuals managing hypertension.

Heart Disease — Refined palmolein's palmitic acid may adversely alter lipoprotein profiles; high-GI corn flakes impair postprandial endothelial function; high sodium and saturated fat (8 g/100 g) are additional concern signals for individuals with pre-existing cardiovascular disease.

Kidney Disease — Multiple ingredients warrant restriction in CKD: potassium from cashews, raisins, and potato; phosphorus from bengal gram flour and rice flour; high sodium from iodized salt; oxalates from dry mango powder; and copper from sodium copper chlorophyllin, which EFSA flags as a copper-accumulation risk in those with impaired renal copper excretion.

Liver Disease — Sodium copper chlorophyllin requires hepatic copper clearance via bile, posing copper accumulation risk in individuals with impaired liver function; clove's eugenol is hepatically metabolised with documented dose-dependent hepatotoxicity; and chilli powder's capsaicin generates reactive hepatic metabolites via CYP2E1.

Ibs — Bengal gram flour (high-FODMAP galacto-oligosaccharides), raisins (fructose/FODMAPs), dry mango powder (fermentable fructose), sucrose, and capsaicin from chilli powder all individually worsen IBS symptoms; their combined presence makes this snack likely to exacerbate bloating, cramping, and altered bowel habits.

Ibd — Chilli powder (capsaicin triggers mucosal inflammation), bengal gram flour (high fibre/FODMAP during active flares), and manufactured citric acid (potential inflammatory cascade in susceptible individuals) can worsen symptoms in Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.

Thyroid Disease — Iodized salt contributes iodine intake that can worsen dysfunction in individuals with hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto's thyroiditis; physician guidance on total iodine intake from all dietary sources is recommended.

Sulfite Sensitivity — Raisins (15% of the product) may be treated with sulfur dioxide (SO2) as a preservative during processing, particularly golden or bleached varieties, which could trigger respiratory symptoms or urticaria in sulfite-sensitive individuals.

Gluten Intolerance — Corn flakes are derived from corn (naturally gluten-free) but commercial production frequently involves cross-contamination or barley-malt additions; individuals with coeliac disease should check for a certified gluten-free declaration, which is absent from the available label data.

Migraine — Chilli powder containing capsaicin is a recognised dietary trigger for migraine headaches in susceptible individuals.

Gout — Raisins at 15% of product weight represent a concentrated natural fructose load, which in excess can promote uric acid production and potentially trigger gout flares in predisposed individuals.

The full analysis

Rajwadi Mix is a traditionally inspired savoury snack that appeals to consumers looking for a spiced, tangy namkeen with real nuts and dried fruit. It does carry a few notable cautions: the product is ultra-processed (NOVA 4) by virtue of its acidity regulator and two E-number food colours, one of which — sodium copper chlorophyllin (E141ii) — remains under active safety review by EFSA with unresolved genotoxicity data. Refined palmolein oil introduces process contaminants (GE, 3-MCPD) that EFSA classifies as genotoxic and non-genotoxic carcinogens respectively, making this a product to avoid for infants and to limit during pregnancy. Sodium is moderately high at 880 mg per 100 g (per the AUS/NZ/IND panel), and the label's main nutrition block appears to report per-serving (30 g) values rather than the declared per-100 g basis — a potential OCR/data-entry discrepancy consumers should be aware of. The single most useful takeaway: this is a flavourful snack with real cashews and raisins, but the combination of palm oil, synthetic colour under regulatory scrutiny, and high sodium makes it a 'sometimes' treat rather than an everyday snack.

FSSAI licence

10013021000295

Manufacturer

Heritage Namkeens Pvt. Ltd.

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched