Why is Dijon mustard classified as processed (NOVA 3) and which additives does it contain?

The mustard is classified as NOVA 3 because it is a processed food that includes added ingredients such as citric acid (E330) to adjust acidity and potassium metabisulfite (E224) as a preservative; these additives, together with water and vinegar, move it beyond a simple whole‑food preparation.

How does the high salt content of this mustard affect people with hypertension or a low‑sodium diet?

With 6.1 g of salt per 100 g, the mustard contributes roughly a quarter of the daily recommended maximum sodium intake; consuming it regularly can raise blood pressure and should be limited or avoided by people with hypertension or those following a low‑sodium diet.

Is the mustard seed in this product a concern for people allergic to mustard, and how are sulfite preservatives relevant for sensitive individuals?

Mustard seed is a recognized food allergen, so individuals allergic to mustard should avoid this product, and the potassium metabisulfite preservative can trigger reactions in sulfite‑sensitive persons, including asthma or skin irritation.

Marque Repère, Rustica • 265 g

Moutarde de Dijon

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Moutarde de Dijon is a 265 g plastic‑vial condiment sold under the Repère and Rustica brands at Leclerc. It belongs to the ‘Dressings and sauces’ group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA rating of 3, providing 11 g fat, 0.8 g saturated fat, 7.2 g protein, 4.4 g fiber and 6.1 g salt per 100 g, with low sugars (1.8 g) but a notably high salt level. The product contains mustard seeds and sulphite preservatives, which are declared allergens, and it achieves an Eco‑Score of B despite its plastic packaging.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal149 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat0.8 g

Carbohydrates1.8 g

Sugars1.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this Dijon mustard contains slightly less fat (11 g vs 12 g) and much less saturated fat (0.8 g vs 2.1 g) and sugars (1.8 g vs 10.9 g), but its salt level is markedly higher (6.1 g vs 5.0 g).

Ingredients

Eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique, conservateur : disulfite de potassium

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Marque Repère, Rustica

160 g