Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulEmulsifier (source not stated)
The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label.
- 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.
- DoubtfulE476 · Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR)
The castor oil part is plant-based; the glycerol part can be animal-derived. Common in chocolate.
Full ingredient list
milk, wheat flour (with calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), sugar, vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal in varying proportions), cocoa butter, cocoa mass, partially inververted sugar syrup, emulsifiers (e442, soya lecithins, e476), salt, raising agents (ammonium carbonates, sodium carbonates), flavourings, may contain nuts,
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is milk and the list has 12 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. 3 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- emulsifier (source not stated) (doubtful): The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the emulsifier (source not stated).
- 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.
- E476 (Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR)) (doubtful): The castor oil part is plant-based; the glycerol part can be animal-derived. Common in chocolate. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate (pgpr)).
Cadbury Fingers: pack details
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Contains (allergens) | gluten, milk, soybeans |
| May contain | nuts |
| Additives | E322, E442, E476, E500, E503 |
| Nutri-Score | E |
| 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 Cadbury and halal
Cadbury's UK FAQ page, which we read on 3 November 2026, says most Cadbury chocolate is suitable for vegetarians and tells shoppers to check for a vegetarian symbol on the pack. It does not mention halal, gelatine or alcohol, and it gives no halal certification.
Sources: Cadbury UK: FAQs; Mondelēz International: Halal position. More on Cadbury
Is Cadbury Fingers vegetarian or vegan?
Cadbury Fingers is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed, but it contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan; some additives can still be animal-derived.
More on this type of food: Biscuits: what to check · all Cadbury products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cadbury Fingers contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Cadbury Fingers contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Cadbury Fingers contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Cadbury Fingers halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Cadbury Fingers. 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.