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Haldiram's

The Original Nagpuri Orange Burfee

Name: The Original Nagpuri Orange Burfee
Brand: Haldiram's

Use in moderation Not on SafeShelf

NOVA 4high sugarartificial coloursultra-processedlow sodiumno trans fatgluten-freenut-freepregnancy-safelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

25 g

Pack

500 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8904004410693

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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 · 4 ingredients shown

Caution4 of 9 ingredients

Refined SugarCaution

Colours [Sunset Yellow (INS 110), Carmoisine (INS 122)]Caution

Silver LeafCaution

Nature Identical Flavouring SubstancesCaution

Cleared 5▾

Ash GourdCleared

Milk Solids (Khoa)Cleared

Orange PulpCleared

Preservative (INS 202)Cleared

Natural Flavouring SubstancesCleared

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.

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claims fully supported

“The Original Nagpuri Orange Burfee”misleading

Orange pulp is declared at only 2% of the formula; the orange colour is delivered primarily by synthetic azo dyes Sunset Yellow (E110) and Carmoisine (E122) rather than from fruit. The product label itself carries the caveat 'This is only a brand name or trade mark and does not represent its true nature.'

“Taste of Tradition”misleading

The product contains synthetic preservatives, azo dyes, and nature-identical flavourings that are not part of traditional burfi recipes; no evidence of traditional manufacturing methods is provided in any of the four data sources.

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

Low sodium — only 26 mg per 100g
Zero trans fat confirmed on label
FSSAI licensed and ISO 9001 certified manufacturer
Vegetarian certified
Recyclable packaging

Working against

Extremely high sugar — 57.7g total, 54g added sugar per 100g
Single serving delivers 27% of daily added-sugar RDA
Contains synthetic azo dyes E110 and E122 linked to hyperactivity in children
Carmoisine (E122) is banned in multiple countries including the USA
Silver leaf (E174) has unresolved EFSA genotoxicity and nanoparticle safety concerns
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) with preservative, synthetic colours, and artificial flavourings
Only 2% orange pulp despite prominent 'orange' branding

Who should approach with care

Diabetes — Refined sugar (sucrose) is the dominant ingredient and is rapidly hydrolysed to glucose and fructose, causing sharp postprandial blood-glucose spikes that are particularly hazardous for individuals with type 1 or type 2 diabetes; one serving supplies ~14g sugar.

Infants — Contains E110 (Sunset Yellow), for which no safe level has been established in infants, and E174 (silver leaf), for which EFSA has been unable to conclude on safety due to uncharacterised nanoparticle content and ionic silver release — both warrant complete avoidance in infants.

Children — E110 and E122 both carry EU/UK mandatory warnings that they 'may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children'; high sucrose content also poses elevated dental caries risk in children, and silver leaf safety remains unresolved for this age group.

Pregnancy — Silver leaf (E174) has unresolved genotoxicity data gaps per EFSA 2016 and 2025 reviews, and ash gourd in concentrated form has not been adequately evaluated for safety in pregnancy — both warrant caution beyond occasional consumption.

Heart Disease — High free-sugar content (54g added sugar/100g) is associated with elevated triglycerides, blood pressure, and cardiometabolic risk through both obesity-mediated and direct metabolic pathways identified in WHO-referenced evidence reviews.

Hypertension — Excess sugar intake is linked to raised blood pressure in cardiometabolic risk studies cited by WHO; even though sodium is low, the very high sugar load warrants caution in individuals with existing hypertension.

Kidney Disease — Multiple ingredient concerns converge: potassium sorbate adds a hidden potassium load, orange pulp is naturally high in potassium, milk solids are a significant source of phosphorus, ash gourd has diuretic effects, and ionic silver from E174 may accumulate due to impaired renal excretion.

Liver Disease — Silver ions released from elemental silver particles (E174) are known to interact with hepatic tissues; those with pre-existing liver disease should consult a doctor before regularly consuming silver-decorated foods.

Epilepsy — Both E110 (Sunset Yellow) and E122 (Carmoisine) are azo dyes with documented neurobehavioural effects in sensitive populations; individuals with epilepsy should consult a physician before regular consumption.

Ibs — High sucrose content can exacerbate symptoms in individuals with sucrase-isomaltase deficiency; orange pulp contributes fermentable pectins and fructose that may worsen IBS symptoms; and animal studies have shown intestinal histopathological alterations following E110 exposure.

Ibd — Emerging experimental data suggest Benincasa hispida (ash gourd) extract has bioactivity in inflammatory bowel disease pathways; patients with active IBD on medication should consult a doctor.

Lactose Intolerance — Milk solids (khoa) contain lactose; individuals with lactose intolerance may experience bloating, diarrhoea, and abdominal cramps from consumption of this product.

Phenylketonuria — Milk solids contain phenylalanine-rich proteins (casein and whey); individuals with phenylketonuria must account for their phenylalanine contribution within a strictly controlled low-phenylalanine diet.

Gout — Orange pulp and the fructose released from sucrose hydrolysis can elevate uric acid levels; individuals with gout are advised to limit fructose-containing foods per dietary guidelines for hyperuricemia.

Other — Individuals with confirmed cow's milk protein allergy must avoid this product entirely (contains milk solids); those with known azo-dye sensitivity, asthma, or urticaria should avoid due to E110 and E122, which can trigger histamine release and allergic reactions.

The full analysis

This product is a popular gifting and festive sweet bought by consumers seeking a branded, ready-to-eat Indian mithai experience. Despite the evocative 'Nagpuri Orange' name, orange pulp constitutes only 2% of the formula — the vivid colour comes from two synthetic azo dyes, Sunset Yellow (E110) and Carmoisine (E122), both of which carry EU-mandated hyperactivity warnings for children and one of which (Carmoisine) is banned in several countries. Added sugar accounts for 54g per 100g and 27% of the daily added-sugar RDA in a single 25g serving, making this a treat best enjoyed occasionally and in very small portions by most adults, and one that children, diabetics, and anyone sensitive to azo dyes should approach with particular care.

FSSAI licence

10019022009621

Manufacturer

OAM Industries (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched