Balaji
Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala
About Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala
Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala is made by Balaji and sits in the Extruded Snacks category. Its barcode (GTIN) is 8906010501327. 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 2.0 out of 5, which TIRS rates as "Poor". On the NOVA food-processing scale it is NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). The label lists 11 ingredients, starting with artificial flavor masala, 414, natural flavor masala.
The full TruthIn product report adds a safety rating for every ingredient and 8 nutrient values per 100g, each marked as good or of concern, so you can judge it against other extruded snacks before you buy.
Quick facts
- Product
- Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala
- Brand
- Balaji
- Category
- Extruded Snacks
- Barcode (GTIN)
- 8906010501327
- TIRS rating
- 2.0 / 5 (Poor)
- Processing level
- NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food)
- Ingredients listed
- 11
Ingredients (11)
artificial flavor masala, 414, natural flavor masala, 160c, 340, 551, hydrolysed soy protein, tapioca starch, 627, 330, 631
Compare with similar extruded snacks
| Product | TIRS | NOVA | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala (this product) | 2.0 | 4 | 11 |
| Hully Gully Ultra Protein Snack Cheese & Herbs (Hully Gully) | 3.8 | 4 | 5 |
| Vyndo Soya Chalks Masala (Vyndo) | 3.8 | 4 | 3 |
| Vyndo Soya Chalks Tandoori (Vyndo) | 3.8 | 4 | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala healthy?
Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala has a TruthIn TIRS rating of 2.0 out of 5 ("Poor"). TIRS combines ingredient quality, processing level and nutrient profile into one score, where 5 is best.
Is Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala ultra-processed?
Yes. Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala is classed as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food) because it is an industrial formulation of ingredients.
What are the ingredients in Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala?
Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala lists 11 ingredients: artificial flavor masala, 414, natural flavor masala, 160c, 340, 551, hydrolysed soy protein, tapioca starch, 627, 330, 631.
Does Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala contain palm oil?
No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears among its 11 listed ingredients.
Does Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala contain added sugar?
No sugar or sweetening syrup appears among its 11 listed ingredients.
What are healthier alternatives to Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala?
Among extruded snacks rated by TruthIn, Hully Gully Ultra Protein Snack Cheese & Herbs (3.8), Vyndo Soya Chalks Masala (3.8), Vyndo Soya Chalks Tandoori (3.8) score higher on TIRS than Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala (2.0).
Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala vs Hully Gully Ultra Protein Snack Cheese & Herbs: which is healthier?
Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala scores 2.0 on TIRS and Hully Gully Ultra Protein Snack Cheese & Herbs scores 3.8, so Hully Gully Ultra Protein Snack Cheese & Herbs rates higher. Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala lists 11 ingredients and Hully Gully Ultra Protein Snack Cheese & Herbs lists 5.
What is the barcode of Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala?
The barcode (GTIN) of Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala is 8906010501327.
What is in the TruthIn report for Balaji Yumstix Chatpata Masala?
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.