Aakash
Aakash Hing Chana
About Aakash Hing Chana
Aakash Hing Chana is made by Aakash and sits in the Indian Savouries category. Its barcode (GTIN) is 8906005913890. TruthIn has analysed it using the TruthIn Ingredient Rating System (TIRS), which scores packaged foods from 0 to 5 based on their ingredients, level of processing and nutrient profile.
It scores 2.5 out of 5, which TIRS rates as "Okay". On the NOVA food-processing scale it is NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). The label lists 7 ingredients, starting with 627, natural flavouring substances, 551.
The full TruthIn product report adds a safety rating for every ingredient and 6 nutrient values per 100g, each marked as good or of concern, so you can judge it against other indian savouries before you buy.
Quick facts
- Product
- Aakash Hing Chana
- Brand
- Aakash
- Category
- Indian Savouries
- Barcode (GTIN)
- 8906005913890
- TIRS rating
- 2.5 / 5 (Okay)
- Processing level
- NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food)
- Ingredients listed
- 7
Ingredients (7)
627, natural flavouring substances, 551, 631, 330, hydrolysed vegetable protein, artificial flavors
Compare with similar indian savouries
| Product | TIRS | NOVA | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aakash Hing Chana (this product) | 2.5 | 4 | 7 |
| Asians Special Energy Snacks (Asians) | 4.0 | 3 | 1 |
| A2B Navadhanya Mixture (A2B) | 3.7 | 3 | 0 |
| Bishanlal Babulal's All In One Namkeen (Bishanlal Babulal's) | 3.7 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aakash Hing Chana healthy?
Aakash Hing Chana has a TruthIn TIRS rating of 2.5 out of 5 ("Okay"). TIRS combines ingredient quality, processing level and nutrient profile into one score, where 5 is best.
Is Aakash Hing Chana ultra-processed?
Yes. Aakash Hing Chana is classed as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food) because it is an industrial formulation of ingredients.
What are the ingredients in Aakash Hing Chana?
Aakash Hing Chana lists 7 ingredients: 627, natural flavouring substances, 551, 631, 330, hydrolysed vegetable protein, artificial flavors.
Does Aakash Hing Chana contain palm oil?
No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears among its 7 listed ingredients.
Does Aakash Hing Chana contain added sugar?
No sugar or sweetening syrup appears among its 7 listed ingredients.
What are healthier alternatives to Aakash Hing Chana?
Among indian savouries rated by TruthIn, Asians Special Energy Snacks (4.0), A2B Navadhanya Mixture (3.7), Bishanlal Babulal's All In One Namkeen (3.7) score higher on TIRS than Aakash Hing Chana (2.5).
Aakash Hing Chana vs Asians Special Energy Snacks: which is healthier?
Aakash Hing Chana scores 2.5 on TIRS and Asians Special Energy Snacks scores 4.0, so Asians Special Energy Snacks rates higher. Aakash Hing Chana lists 7 ingredients and Asians Special Energy Snacks lists 1.
What is the barcode of Aakash Hing Chana?
The barcode (GTIN) of Aakash Hing Chana is 8906005913890.
What is in the TruthIn report for Aakash Hing Chana?
The report covers nutrition per 100g and per serving with each nutrient marked as good or of concern, and a safe / caution / concern rating for every ingredient.