Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies
Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies by Productos Techani S.A. De C.V. provides 545 kcal per 100 g, with 36.4 g of sugars and 6.1 g of protein. That is 94% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Snacks category. Contains: milk, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 ct (33 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 545 kcal | 180 kcal | 453 +20% | |
| Total fat | 39.4 g | 13 g | 17% | 25.3 +56% |
| Saturated fat | 39.4 g | 13 g | 65% | 6.8 +482% |
| Carbohydrates | 39.4 g | 13 g | 5% | 48.9 −19% |
| Total sugars | 36.4 g | 12 g | 18.7 +94% | |
| Dietary fiber | 9.1 g | 3 g | 11% | 6.7 +35% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 2 g | 4% | 13.3 −55% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.1 g | 1.1 −65% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 35680 Snacks products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from April 2019. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- High fiber
- 9.1 g fiber per 100 g (EU: at least 6 g per 100 g or 3 g per 100 kcal)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other snacks
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, milk, grated coconut, corn syrup. contains 2% or less of: artificial flavor, artificial color, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, yellow 5, yellow 6, red 40, sulfites.
- Allergens
- MilkSulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Red 40 (E129), Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) are among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Red 40 (E129), Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 40 (E129), Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Yellow 5 (E102), Yellow 6 (E110) and Red 40 (E129) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 ct (33 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0503009252734
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies?
Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies contains 545 kcal per 100 g and about 180 kcal per serving (1 ct (33 g)).
How much sugar is in Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies?
Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies has 36.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Yohari, Traditional Mexican Candies contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 40 (E129), Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using them by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars them from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars them from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with them. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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