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carbonated water

Status: HALAL

Reason: Water is a natural substance and is considered pure and permissible in Islam.

high fructose corn syrup

Status: HALAL

Reason: Corn is a plant-based ingredient and is considered halal as it is not derived from forbidden sources.

caramel color

Status: MASHBOOH

Reason: Caramel color can be derived from various sources, and its halal status depends on the method of production and whether it contains any alcohol or non-halal ingredients during processing.

phosphoric acid

Status: HALAL

Reason: Phosphoric acid is a mineral acid used as an acidity regulator in food and is not derived from haram sources.

natural and artificial flavors

Status: MASHBOOH

Reason: The term 'flavors' is too vague and can refer to a wide range of substances, some of which may not be halal. Specific identification of the flavoring agents is necessary to determine their status.

sodium benzoate (preservative)

Status: MASHBOOH

Reason: Sodium is a mineral and its status depends on the specific form or compound it is found in.

caffeine.

Status: HALAL

Reason: Caffeine is a naturally occurring stimulant found in coffee, tea, and other plants and does not fall under any haram substances.