Why is this product classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The fillets are industrially prepared: the fish is coated with a batter that contains wheat flour, corn flour, starches, vegetable oils, leavening agents and several food‑grade emulsifiers. This formulation places the product in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, and the label lists the additives E450i (diphosphates) and E500ii (sodium carbonate) among its ingredients.

How does the salt and fat content of these fish fillets affect people with hypertension or high‑cholesterol conditions?

A 100 g serving supplies about 0.97 g of salt (~390 mg sodium) and 11 g of fat, so a typical portion can contribute a significant share of the recommended maximum of 5 g salt per day and adds extra calories; people with hypertension or high cholesterol should limit portions or balance the rest of the day’s diet accordingly.

Is the gluten from wheat flour and the skimmed‑milk powder a problem for consumers with celiac disease or lactose intolerance?

Because the batter contains wheat flour, wheat starch and added wheat gluten, the product is not suitable for anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, and the inclusion of skimmed‑milk powder introduces lactose, which can cause symptoms in lactose‑intolerant individuals.

Cité marine • 0.21 kg

Filets de colin d'Alaska MSC façon fish & chips - 210g - Frais

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

These MSC-certified Alaska pollock fillets are breaded, pre-fried and sold refrigerated as a ready-to-cook fish-and-chips product, belonging to the Fish Meat Eggs group. The product carries a Nutri-Score of A and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its high protein (12 g) and low sugar (0.6 g) but also its elevated fat (11 g) and presence of multiple additives such as E450i and E500ii. Allergen information lists fish, gluten and milk, and the moderate salt level (0.97 g per 100 g) means it should be consumed in moderation, especially by those watching fat or sodium intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal209 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates15 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breaded fish product, this Alaska pollock fillet contains more fat (11 g vs 6.6 g) and carbohydrates (15 g vs 4.2 g), but less sugar (0.6 g vs 0.98 g), markedly lower salt (0.97 g vs 5.3 g), and provides less protein (12 g vs 18 g) while delivering higher calories (209 kcal vs 149 kcal).

Ingredients

Filet de COLIN D'ALASKA MSC 67%. Pâte à beignet 33%: eau, huiles végétales (colza et tournesol en proportion variable), farine de BLÉ, farine de maïs, amidon de BLÉ, amidon modifié de maïs, GLUTEN de BLÉ, sel, LAIT écrémé en poudre, poudres à lever: E450i-E500ii. Traces possibles d'OEUF, MOLLUSQUES, CÉLERI, SOJA.

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