Why is Filets de maquereaux Sauce Crème Moutarde classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives are present?

The product combines whole fish with a processed mustard‑cream sauce that contains refined oils, starch, vinegar and several flavor enhancers, which pushes it into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 tier. The only listed additive is guar gum (E412) used as a stabiliser, along with a generic aroma.

How might the sugar and salt levels in this product influence a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 0.4 g of sugars per 100 g, the product is low‑carbohydrate and suitable for diabetic meal planning. The salt content is 1.34 g per 100 g, which is moderate and lower than many processed foods, but individuals on a strict low‑sodium regimen should still account for it in their total daily intake.

Is the mustard component in this product a concern for people with mustard allergy or sulfite sensitivity?

Yes. The sauce contains Dijon mustard and several ingredients (white‑wine vinegar, Muscadet wine) that list sulfites as a preservative, so anyone allergic to mustard or sensitive to sulfites should avoid this product.

Les Mouettes d'Arvor • 169 g

Filets de maquereaux Sauce Crème Moutarde

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

This canned product contains 56% mackerel fillets in a mustard‑cream sauce and is classified in the fish and seafood group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and belongs to the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, with 16 g fat (4.5 g saturated), 1.34 g salt, 12 g protein per 100 g and virtually no sugars. The formulation includes dairy, mustard and sulfite allergens plus the additive guar gum, which some consumers may wish to avoid.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal196 kcal

Fat16 g

Saturated Fat4.5 g

Carbohydrates1 g

Sugars0.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for the reference category, this mackerel dish has roughly double the fat (16 g vs 6.6 g) and almost four times the saturated fat, while providing less than a third of the typical protein and far less salt.

Ingredients

Filets de maquereaux 56%, sauce moutarde (eau, moutarde de Dijon (sulfites) 11,5%, crème fraîche 7,8%, huile de tournesol, amidon de riz, vinaigre de vin blanc (sulfites), sel, vinaigre d'alcool, purée d'ail, épices, vin blanc Muscadet (sulfites), arôme, stabilisants : gomme guar, farine de graines de caroube).

84%

35%

Unlock What Your Food Doesn't Tell You

Scan this and millions of other food products to discover hidden positive & negative points, scores percentage, additives, allergens, and deeper product insights with the free NutrScan app.