Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- 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.
- DoubtfulWine vinegar
Scholars differ. The Hanafi view allows vinegar made from wine however it was made; the Shafi'i view allows it only if the wine turned to vinegar by itself; Hanbali and Maliki scholars do not allow wine to be turned into vinegar on purpose. Doubtful in the general setting, halal in the Hanafi setting.
- DoubtfulE334 · Tartaric acid
Tartaric acid is a plant acid, but much of it is recovered from winemaking by-products and the pack rarely says which source was used. Darul Ifta Birmingham says tartaric acid from a plant source is halal; scholars differ on the wine-derived form. Doubtful unless the source is stated or the product has a halal logo.
Full ingredient list
potatoes, vegetable oil (sunflower/rapeseed), sugar, sea salt, dried balsamic vinegar, acid: citric acid, tartaric acid, gluten free dried barley malt vinegar, rice flour, natural flavourings
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is potatoe and the list has 10 named ingredients. The product data carries these labels: vegetarian. 3 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- 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.
- wine vinegar (doubtful): Scholars differ. The Hanafi view allows vinegar made from wine however it was made; the Shafi'i view allows it only if the wine turned to vinegar by itself; Hanbali and Maliki scholars do not allow wine to be turned into vinegar on purpose. Doubtful in the general setting, halal in the Hanafi setting. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the wine vinegar.
- E334 (Tartaric acid) (doubtful): Tartaric acid is a plant acid, but much of it is recovered from winemaking by-products and the pack rarely says which source was used. Darul Ifta Birmingham says tartaric acid from a plant source is halal; scholars differ on the wine-derived form. Doubtful unless the source is stated or the product has a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e334 (tartaric acid).
M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps: pack details
| Pack size | 150 g e |
|---|---|
| Sold at | Marks & Spencer |
| Sold in | France, United Kingdom |
| Made or packed in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | gluten |
| Additives | E330, E334 |
| Nutri-Score | C |
| 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.
Is M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps vegetarian or vegan?
M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps is labelled vegetarian.
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Frequently asked questions
Does M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps halal-certified?
We found no halal label for M&S FOOD HAND COOKED sea salt & Balsamic vinegar crisps. 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.