Companies hide animal ingredients behind scientific names, vague terms, and misleading labels.
Many products labeled "plant-based" still contain hidden dairy derivatives, eggs, or animal-sourced additives buried in the ingredients.
E471, E904, L-Cysteine, Keratin do you know which of these come from animals? Most people don't, and that's exactly the problem.
You shouldn't need a biochemistry degree to shop. Most people give up and guess or just avoid packaged food altogether.
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Point your camera at the barcode, ingredient list, or food label. The app reads it in under 2 seconds no manual typing needed.
Our AI cross-references every ingredient against a comprehensive database of animal-derived substances, including obscure E-numbers and scientific names.
See a clear Vegan / Not Vegan verdict with a detailed breakdown of exactly which ingredients failed and why.
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Point your camera steadily at the barcode, food label, or ingredient list. The app quickly reads the details and finds the information you need.
Look over the clear, easy-to-understand summary. See how the product matches your dietary preferences and health goals.
Use this trusted information to make confident choices. Shop or eat knowing exactly what's in your food, without hesitation.
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Food Check AI is a free mobile app that lets you scan any food label — using your camera or a barcode — and instantly analyses every ingredient. It identifies hidden animal-derived components, allergens, E-numbers, and additives, giving you a plain-English breakdown so you know exactly what you're eating before you buy.
The app supports Vegan, Vegetarian, Jain, Gluten-Free, and Allergen-Free lifestyles. It flags ingredients that conflict with each diet type — for example, root vegetables for Jain users, dairy and eggs for vegans, and common allergens like nuts, soy, and gluten for allergen-sensitive users.
Point your phone's camera at the ingredient list on the packaging. Food Check AI's AI reads the text, cross-references every ingredient against its database of animal-derived compounds and allergens, and displays a clear verdict within seconds. You can also scan the product barcode for supported products.
Yes. Food Check AI is available on both iOS (iPhone and iPad, via the App Store) and Android (via Google Play). Download links are at the top of this page.
Yes, Food Check AI is free to download and use. A Premium subscription is available for unlimited scans and advanced AI analytics, starting at $4.99/month or $49.99/year. The free plan gives you access to core ingredient scanning features.
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