Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulGlycerine
Halal when vegetable glycerine; doubtful if not stated.
Full ingredient list
sweeteners (maltitol, sorbitol, xylitol, manitol maltitol syrup, aspartame, acesulfame k), gum base, flavering maltodextrin, stabiliser (glycerol), emulsifier (soya lecithin thickener (cellulose gum), starch, glazing agent (carnauba wax antioxidant (e321), contains a source of phenylalanine, excess consumption may produce laxative effects,
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is sweetener and the list has 9 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. One of the named ingredients needs a closer look:
- 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 Spearmint Gum: pack details
| Pack size | 56g |
|---|---|
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Additives | E321, E420, E422, E466, E950, E951, E965, E967 |
| 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 Spearmint Gum vegetarian or vegan?
Mentos Spearmint Gum is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed; some additives can still be animal-derived.
More on this type of food: Sweets & gummies: what to check · all Mentos products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mentos Spearmint Gum contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Mentos Spearmint Gum contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Mentos Spearmint Gum contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Mentos Spearmint Gum halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Mentos Spearmint Gum. 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.