Bikaji
Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur
About Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur
Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur is made by Bikaji and sits in the Indian Savouries category. Its barcode (GTIN) is 8906005509260. 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 4 ingredients, starting with 100(ii), baking soda, starch.
The full TruthIn product report adds a safety rating for every ingredient and 10 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
- Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur
- Brand
- Bikaji
- Category
- Indian Savouries
- Barcode (GTIN)
- 8906005509260
- TIRS rating
- 2.5 / 5 (Okay)
- Processing level
- NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food)
- Ingredients listed
- 4
Ingredients (4)
100(ii), baking soda, starch, 330
Compare with similar indian savouries
| Product | TIRS | NOVA | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur (this product) | 2.5 | 4 | 4 |
| 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 Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur healthy?
Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur 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 Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur ultra-processed?
Yes. Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur is classed as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food) because it is an industrial formulation of ingredients.
What are the ingredients in Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur?
Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur lists 4 ingredients: 100(ii), baking soda, starch, 330.
Does Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur contain palm oil?
No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears among its 4 listed ingredients.
Does Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur contain added sugar?
No sugar or sweetening syrup appears among its 4 listed ingredients.
What are healthier alternatives to Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur?
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 Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur (2.5).
Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur vs Asians Special Energy Snacks: which is healthier?
Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur scores 2.5 on TIRS and Asians Special Energy Snacks scores 4.0, so Asians Special Energy Snacks rates higher. Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur lists 4 ingredients and Asians Special Energy Snacks lists 1.
What is the barcode of Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur?
The barcode (GTIN) of Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur is 8906005509260.
What is in the TruthIn report for Bikaji Kolkata Chana Chur?
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.