Why is Tartinable de surimi & crabe tourteau classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The spread is made from refined surimi, added oils, starches and a long list of food‑grade additives that are not typically used in home cooking, which places it in NOVA 4. Its label lists colourants (E120, E160c), sweeteners (sugar), stabilisers (E420, E452), preservatives (E211, E202), acidity regulator (E330), thickener (E415) and antioxidant (E385).

How does the sugar and salt content in this spread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 3.3 g of sugar per 100 g, the product adds a modest amount of simple carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose, so diabetics should limit portion size. The 1.3 g of salt contributes about 22 % of the recommended daily limit, making it a concern for people monitoring blood pressure.

Is the crab (Cancer pagurus) used in this product a concern for people with shellfish allergies?

Yes, the spread contains 5 % crab meat (Cancer pagurus), which is a crustacean and a common allergen; anyone with a shellfish allergy should avoid this product.

Simon • 300 g

Tartinable de surimi & crabe tourteau

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Tartinable de surimi & crabe tourteau is a salty seafood spread classified in the Salty snacks dietary family and sold in French supermarkets. Per 100 g it delivers 319 kcal, 30 g total fat (2.5 g saturated), 1.3 g salt, 4.4 g protein, 1.5 g fiber and 3.3 g sugars, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of D and placement in NOVA group 4, which indicates an ultra‑processed product. While it provides marine protein and modest fiber, its high fat and energy levels, notable salt, multiple additives (E120, E420, E452, E202, E211, E330, E385, E415) and common allergens such as crustaceans, eggs, fish and mustard make it less suitable for low‑fat or allergen‑free diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal319 kcal

Fat30 g

Saturated Fat2.5 g

Carbohydrates7.1 g

Sugars3.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average salty spreads, this product contains markedly more fat, calories and sugars, but less salt, saturated fat and dietary fiber.

Ingredients

Surimi saveur crabe 45% (surimi 17.3% (chair de _poisson_ 15.7%, sucre ; stabilisants : sorbitol, polyphosphates : blanc d'_oeuf_), eau, fécule de pomme de terre, blanc d'_oeuf_ réhydraté, huile de colza, sel, sucre ; colorants : extrait de paprika, carmins ; arôme (contient _crustacés_)), huile de colza, eau, chair de crabe tourteau (_crustacés_) 5% (cancer pagurus), vinaigre, sucre, poudre de jaune d'_oeufs_, _moutarde_ (eau, vinaigre, graines de _moutarde_, sel, épices), sel, extraits naturels et aromates (contient _poisson_), jaune d'_oeufs_ salés, amidon transformé de maïs, acidifiant E330, conservateurs E211 - E202, épaississant : E415, antioxydant E385.

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