Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulE635 · Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides
A mix of disodium guanylate (E627) and disodium inosinate (E631). Inosinates can be made from meat (including pork) or fish, and the label rarely says which, so it is doubtful unless the product is vegan or halal certified.
- DoubtfulFlavourings
The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo.
Full ingredient list
Noodles (Water, Wheat Flour (with added Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Antioxidants (Butylated Hydroxyanisole, Citric Acid, Propyl Gallate)), Maltodextrin, Salt, Flavour Enhancers (Monosodium Glutamate, Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), Dextrose, Yeast Extract, Onion, Garlic, Potassium Chloride, Flavouring, Ground Turmeric, Malic Acid, Parsley, Black Pepper Extract
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is noodles (water and the list has 17 named ingredients. The product data carries these labels: vegetarian. 2 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- E635 (Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides) (doubtful): A mix of disodium guanylate (E627) and disodium inosinate (E631). Inosinates can be made from meat (including pork) or fish, and the label rarely says which, so it is doubtful unless the product is vegan or halal certified. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e635 (disodium 5'-ribonucleotides).
- flavourings (doubtful): The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the flavourings.
Batchelors Chicken Noodles: pack details
| Pack size | 90g |
|---|---|
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | gluten |
| Additives | E296, E310, E320, E330, E508, E621, E635 |
| NOVA group | 4 (an ultra-processed food) |
From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.
What we found about Batchelors and halal
Retailer listings mark Batchelors Super Noodles flavours such as Chicken and Bacon as suitable for vegetarians, so the meat in the flavour name is a flavouring. That helps with the question of meat, but it is not a halal certificate.
Sources: Ocado: Batchelors Super Noodles Bacon Flavour; Tesco: Batchelors Super Noodles Chicken 90g. More on Batchelors
Is Batchelors Chicken Noodles vegetarian or vegan?
Batchelors Chicken Noodles is labelled vegetarian.
More on this type of food: Breakfast cereals: what to check · all Batchelors products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Batchelors Chicken Noodles contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Batchelors Chicken Noodles contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Batchelors Chicken Noodles contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Batchelors Chicken Noodles halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Batchelors Chicken Noodles. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.