Why is Surimi classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The Surimi undergoes several industrial steps such as mincing, washing, adding water, starches and flavorings, which place it in NOVA 4. Its formulation includes added sugar, a natural flavoring blend, the colourant E160c (paprika extract) and rehydrated egg white, all of which are recognized as food additives.

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

With 3.5 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can raise blood glucose levels, so people with diabetes should limit portion sizes. The 1.6 g of salt per 100 g exceeds low‑salt recommendations and may contribute to higher blood pressure, making it less suitable for hypertensive individuals.

Is the egg white in this Surimi a concern for people with egg allergies?

Yes, the product contains rehydrated egg white, which is declared as an allergen. Anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this Surimi.

Carrefour Classic, Carrefour • 400 g

Surimi

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Surimi sticks with crab flavor, sold by Carrefour Classic in a 400 g package, belong to the fish and seafood family and are classified in the PNNS group "Fish Meat Eggs". The product carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is placed in NOVA group 4, providing 120 kcal, 8.2 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat (low in saturated fat), 3.5 g of sugars and 1.6 g of salt per 100 g, which means it offers a decent protein punch but a relatively high salt and sugar load. It is labeled MSC‑sustainable and contains no artificial flavors or preservatives, yet it lists several allergens (crustaceans, fish, gluten, milk, molluscs, egg) and includes the colorant E160c (paprika extract), which may be a concern for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal120 kcal

Fat5.5 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates9.5 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average surimi segment, this product contains considerably more sugar (3.5 g vs 0.98 g per 100 g), slightly less fat (5.5 g vs 6.6 g) and markedly lower salt (1.6 g vs 5.3 g).

Ingredients

Chair de _poissons_* MSC 39,9%, eau, blanc d'_œuf_ en poudre réhydraté, amidons (contient _blé_), huile de colza, sucre, sel, arômes naturels (contient _crustacés_), poudre de _crabe_, colorant : extrait de paprika. Peut contenir des traces de mollusques et de soja. *Espèces de poissons MSC utilisées : Colin d'Alaska pêché au chalut dans l'océan Pacifique Nord-Ouest ou dans l'océan Pacifique Nord-Est et/ou Merlu du Pacifique pêché au chalut dans l'océan Pacifique Nord-Est.

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