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At a glance
Starburst is a product in the category “Candies”. It provides 407 kcal (1,698 kJ) per 100 g. One serving of 1 Sweet (4.6 g) contains about 19 kcal, or 1% of an adult's daily energy reference intake. Its sugar content is close to the median of its category. It contains 999% more saturated fat than the median product in its category. It contains 80% less salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 10 additives: E1400 - Dextrin, E14XX - Modified Starch, E160a - carotene, E160ai - Beta-carotene, E163 - Anthocyanins, and E296 - Malic acid. It is sold in United Kingdom.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition facts | Per 100 g / 100 ml | % RI* | Per serving (1 Sweet (4.6 g)) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1,698 kJ / 407 kcal | 20% | 78 kJ / 19 kcal |
| Fat | 7.3 g | 10% | 0.34 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.1 g | 21% | 0.19 g |
| Carbohydrates | 84 g | 32% | 3.9 g |
| Sugars | 58 g | 64% | 2.7 g |
| Added sugars | 76 g | 3.5 g | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.01 g | 0% | < 0.01 g |
| Fruits, vegetables & legumes | 1.4 % |
*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).
Compared with similar products
Median values of 4,351 products in the category “Candies”.
Ingredients
glucose syrup, sugar, palm fat, concentrated fruit juices 1,4%** (apple, orange, blackcurrant, strawberry, lime, lemon), acid (citric acid), modified starch, acid (malic acid), dextrin, flavourings, maltodextrin, antioxidant (ascorbic acid), emulsifier (lecithin), colours (anthocyanins, beta-carotene), spirulina extract,
Allergens
No allergens declared on the label.
Additives
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Starburst?
Starburst contains 407 kcal per 100 g, which is about 19 kcal per serving of 1 Sweet (4.6 g).
Is Starburst vegan?
It is unclear: some ingredients of Starburst can be of plant or animal origin. Check the package or contact the manufacturer.
Does Starburst contain palm oil?
Yes, the ingredient list of Starburst includes palm oil or a palm-derived ingredient.
Which additives does Starburst contain?
Starburst contains E1400 - Dextrin, E14XX - Modified Starch, E160a - carotene, E160ai - Beta-carotene, E163 - Anthocyanins, E296 - Malic acid, E300 - Ascorbic acid, E322 - Lecithins, E322i - Lecithin, and E330 - Citric acid.
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