Why is Maille Mayonnaise Fins Gourmets classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product mixes refined rapeseed oil with multiple formulated ingredients, egg yolk, several mustard preparations, vinegars, lemon juice, spices, and a natural flavour, plus two listed additives: rosemary extract (E392) used as an antioxidant and carotenoid pigments (E160) as a colourant, which together meet the criteria for an ultra‑processed food.

How does the high fat and saturated fat content in this mayonnaise affect cardiovascular health?

Consuming large amounts of saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol and increase the risk of heart disease, so the 5.8 g of saturated fat per 100 g makes regular, generous use of this mayonnaise less heart‑friendly; moderation is advised, especially for those monitoring cholesterol levels.

Is this mayonnaise suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

It is not vegan because it contains egg yolk, but it is keto‑friendly due to its very low carbohydrate content and high fat level, and it is gluten‑free as no wheat‑derived ingredients are listed; however, it does contain allergens such as egg, mustard and celery.

Maille • 320 g

MAILLE Mayonnaise Fins Gourmets Bocal 320g

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Maille Mayonnaise Fins Gourmets is a 320 g jar of classic French‑style mayonnaise sold in French supermarkets. It belongs to the Fat and sauces / Dressings and sauces group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting its high fat (71 g/100 g), high saturated fat (5.8 g/100 g) and moderate salt (1.5 g/100 g) while containing very little sugar. The formulation includes egg yolk, mustard, vinegar and a small amount of additives such as rosemary extract (E392) and carotenoid colour (E160), making it unsuitable for vegans and a potential allergen source for egg, mustard and celery.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal653 kcal

Fat71 g

Saturated Fat5.8 g

Carbohydrates0.8 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment in its category, this mayonnaise contains dramatically more fat (71 g vs 12 g) and saturated fat (5.8 g vs 2.1 g), far fewer sugars (0.5 g vs 10.9 g), and a lower salt level (1.5 g vs 5.1 g) while delivering about three‑times the energy (653 kcal vs 183 kcal per 100 g).

Ingredients

Huile de colza, moutarde de Dijon (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), jaune d'ŒUF 7%, vinaigre de cidre, eau, moutarde à l'ancienne 2,7% (vinaigre d'alcool, graines de MOUTARDE, eau, sel, sucre, arôme naturel), sel, jus de citron concentré, épices (dont CÉLERI), antioxydant : extraits de romarin, colorant : caroténoïdes.

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