Why is Haribo Quaxi classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because the formulation is built from refined sugars, glucose syrup, dextrose and several industrial ingredients; the only listed additive is citric acid (E330) used as an acidity regulator, along with a generic flavoring.

How does the high sugar content in Haribo Quaxi affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 53 g of sugar per 100 g, the candy can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetes management, and although its salt is low, the overall high carbohydrate load offers little benefit for blood‑pressure control.

Is Haribo Quaxi suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

The product contains honey‑derived beeswax, so it is not vegan; its very high carbohydrate (80 g) and sugar levels make it unsuitable for keto, while it contains no gluten‑containing ingredients; halal status is uncertain because of the animal‑derived wax.

Haribo • 100 g

Haribo Quaxi 100g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Haribo Quaxi is a gummy candy from the Sugary snacks and Sweets families, packaged in a 100 g bag. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with added sugars, citric acid (E330) and flavorings. While its fat, saturated fat and salt are low, it contains 53 g of sugars and 5.8 g of protein per 100 g, making it high in sugar and modest in protein.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal348 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates80 g

Sugars53 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average confectionery values, Haribo Quaxi matches the category’s typical sugar level (53 g vs 53.44 g) but contains far less fat (0.5 g vs 10.5 g), saturated fat (0.1 g vs 7 g) and salt (0.1 g vs 0.36 g), resulting in a slightly lower energy content.

Ingredients

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