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.
- 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
DEXTROSE, SUGAR, MALIC ACID, CORN SYRUP, NATURAL FLAVORS, CARNAUBA WAX, COLOR ADDED, CARMINE COLOR, BLUE 1 LAKE, BLUE 1, BLUE 2 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, GUM ACACIA
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is dextrose and the list has 16 named ingredients. The product data carries these labels: vegetarian. 2 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).
- 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.
Nerds Candy - Rainbow: pack details
| Pack size | 141g |
|---|---|
| Sold at | Kaufland |
| Sold in | Croatia, France, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States |
| Made or packed in | United States |
| May contain | eggs |
| Additives | E102, E110, E129, E132, E133, E296, E414, E903 |
| 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.
Is Nerds Candy - Rainbow vegetarian or vegan?
No. Nerds Candy - Rainbow contains carmine (cochineal), so it is not vegetarian or vegan.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Nerds Candy - Rainbow contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Nerds Candy - Rainbow contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Nerds Candy - Rainbow contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Nerds Candy - Rainbow halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Nerds Candy - Rainbow. 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.