Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- HaramCarmine (cochineal)
Insects and their by-products are forbidden according to Darul Ifta Birmingham, which cites all mainstream schools. Indonesia's MUI declared cochineal colourings halal (Fatwa No. 33 of 2011). The default setting avoids it; you can change this in your insect 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.
- 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.
- DoubtfulGlycerine
Halal when vegetable glycerine; doubtful if not stated.
Full ingredient list
Sweeteners (xylitol, sorbitol, maltitol syrup, mannitol, aspartame, acesulfame K, sucralose), gum base, maltodextrin, starch, acids (malic acid, citric acid, tartaric acid), flavourings, stabiliser (glycerol), coconut fat, cherry juice powder (0,38%)**, emulsifiers (soya lecithin, sucrose esters of fatty acids), thickener (cellulose gum), glazing agent (carnauba wax), antioxidant (E321), colours (carmine, brilliant blue FCF)
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is sweetener and the list has 14 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. 4 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- carmine (cochineal) (haram): Insects and their by-products are forbidden according to Darul Ifta Birmingham, which cites all mainstream schools. Indonesia's MUI declared cochineal colourings halal (Fatwa No. 33 of 2011). The default setting avoids it; you can change this in your insect setting. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the carmine (cochineal).
- 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).
- 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.
- glycerine (doubtful): Halal when vegetable glycerine; doubtful if not stated. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the glycerine.
Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour: pack details
| Pack size | 97 g |
|---|---|
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | soybeans |
| Additives | E120, E133, E296, E321, E322, E330, E334, E420, E421, E422, E466, E473 |
| 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 Mentos and halal
A UK supermarket listing for Mentos Mint Rolls (chewy dragees) gives the distributor as Perfetti Van Melle, PVM UK, in Old Windsor. It lists the product as suitable for vegetarians and vegans, and states its halal status as "Not certified". We did not find a halal certificate or a halal statement from the company itself.
Sources: Morrisons: Mentos Mint Rolls product listing. More on Mentos
Is Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour vegetarian or vegan?
No. Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour contains carmine (cochineal), so it is not vegetarian or vegan.
More on this type of food: Sweets & gummies: what to check · all Mentos products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Mentos Chewing gum pure fresh cherry flavour. 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.