Home/Snacks/Salt Water Taffy
Sweet's
Sweet's

Salt Water Taffy

Salt Water Taffy nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScorePoor
10/100

Banned in EU

Contains Titanium Dioxide.

Calories
400
Sugar
53g
Advertisement

Family & Pet Safety

🚫

Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
🤰

Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

👶

Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Corn Syrup

A liquid sweetener consisting of essentially pure glucose. It causes rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, contributing to energy crashes and long-term metabolic issues.

Titanium Dioxide

A whitening agent (E171) used in candies and pastries. It has been banned in the EU due to concerns that its nanoparticles could damage DNA (genotoxicity).

Peanut

One of the Top 9 Major Allergens. Peanut allergies are among the most severe and life-threatening, often requiring those affected to carry an EpiPen at all times.

Moderate Caution

Artificial Flavor

A mixture of chemicals synthesized in a lab to mimic natural tastes. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the specific ingredients used in these proprietary blends.

Caramel Color

The brown color in colas. Class III and IV caramel coloring contain 4-MEI, a chemical byproduct that is a possible human carcinogen.

Full Ingredients List:

CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, COCONUT OIL, CONTAINS 1% OR LESS OF: EGG WHITES, SALT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, MALIC ACID, RED #40, YELLOW #5, BLUE #1, YELLOW #6, RED #3, RED #40 LAKE, BLUE #2 LAKE, YELLOW #6 LAKE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (FOR COLOR), CARAMEL COLOR, SOY LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER). CONTAINS: EGG, SOY MAY CONTAIN: MILK, ALMOND, PEANUT

Diet Compatibility

🌱

Vegan

Avoid

🌾

Gluten-Free

OK

🥩

Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (5g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (3.33g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (53.3g)

A high consumption of sugar causes weight gain, tooth decay, and risks of type 2 diabetes. Limit sugary drinks and snacks.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in low quantity (0.25g)

Low salt content.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Corn Syrup
  • High Sugar Content

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Elena Rodriguez

Elena Rodriguez

Health Coach

"Elena focuses on practical nutrition for families."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Salt Water Taffy truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 10/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Corn Syrup. A liquid sweetener consisting of essentially pure glucose. It causes rapid spikes in blood sugar levels, contributing to energy crashes and long-term metabolic issues. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 53g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 13 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Salt Water Taffy achieves a CakeID Score of 10/100.

Treat Only: Due to the low score, we recommend enjoying this only as an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple.

Health Recommendations

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Salt Water Taffy healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 10/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Salt Water Taffy Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Corn Syrup, which is flagged in our database.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

Scan to Verify

Official GTIN Code

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
400
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 90g33%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 53g
Protein 0g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 400 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

40
Run
50
Cycle
100
Walk

Sugar Visualization

+1 more

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~13 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.