Why is Mochi creamy coconut classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product combines multiple industrial ingredients such as tapioca syrup, refined sugar, flavored milk mixture and several stabilisers, which places it in NOVA 4. It lists emulsifiers E322 (lecithin), E475 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate), E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides), a preservative E202 (potassium sorbate), flavourings and added sugars, all typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high sugar content of this mochi affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 33.1 g of sugar per 100 g, the mochi can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it a poor choice for people managing diabetes. The very low salt level (0.04 g) is favourable for hypertension, but the sugar impact outweighs the benefit for blood‑pressure control.

Is Mochi creamy coconut suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

No, the product contains milk and soy ingredients, so it is not vegan or suitable for strict halal standards that prohibit dairy. Its high carbohydrate content (74.9 g of carbs per 100 g) makes it unsuitable for keto diets, and while the listed starches are gluten‑free, the presence of soy and possible cross‑contamination means it cannot be guaranteed gluten‑free.

Royal Family, Taiwan Dessert • 180g - 12 pieces

Mochi creamy coconut

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Mochi creamy coconut is a sweet snack classified in the sugary‑snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes groups, presented as a 180 g bag of 12 individually sized mochi pieces. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with added sugars, emulsifiers (E322, E475, E471) and a preservative (E202). Nutritionally it is high in sugar (33.1 g per 100 g) and low in fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, while containing milk and soy allergens, making it unsuitable for those avoiding these ingredients.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal375 kcal

Fat7.5 g

Saturated Fat2.8 g

Carbohydrates74.9 g

Sugars33.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet‑snack, this mochi contains about 14 % more sugar but roughly half the fat, a quarter of the saturated fat, 98 % less salt and 10 % fewer calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

Tapioca syrup, sugar, milk flavoured mixture (sugar, palm oil SOY powder, cocoa butter, emulsifiers (E322 (SOY), E475), flavour, salt), 10% glutinous rice, modified starch, trehalose, 1,3% coconut shred, palm oil, emulsifier (E471), salt, potato starch, flavour, preservative (E202). *trehalose is a source of glucose. May contain PEANUTS, MILK, NUTS and SESAME. Chew and swallow carefully to avoid choking. Do not open or eat the oxygen absorber from the bag. Keep out of reach of children. Storage conditions: consume soon

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