Why is Rillettes de thon MSC chorizo classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from multiple processed ingredients such as cooked chorizo, whey protein, glucose syrup, natural flavorings, ferments and added salts, which are combined and heat‑treated to create the final spread; this level of industrial formulation and the presence of additives place it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category.

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

With 1.1 g of sugar per 100 g, the rillette adds a modest amount of carbohydrates that a diabetic should monitor, while the 1 g of salt is relatively low compared with many processed foods but still contributes to daily sodium intake, so hypertensive individuals should limit portion size.

Is the whey protein in this rillette a concern for people with milk allergy?

Yes, the inclusion of whey protein, a milk‑derived ingredient, means the product is not safe for anyone with a milk or dairy allergy, and it is listed among the allergen warnings on the label.

CAP OCÉAN • 0.14 kg

Rillettes de thon MSC chorizo - 140g - Frais

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Rillettes de thon MSC chorizo is a refrigerated spread that combines tuna, other white fish, and spiced chorizo, falling under the Fish Meat Eggs PNNS group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, offering high fat (11 g per 100 g) and moderate protein (14 g per 100 g) while keeping sugar low (1.1 g) and salt modest (1 g). The formulation also includes several allergens such as fish, crustaceans, eggs, milk, gluten, mustard and soy, and contains pork, beef and whey protein, which limits suitability for certain dietary restrictions.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal168 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates3.1 g

Sugars1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar seafood spreads, this tuna‑chorizo rillette contains more fat (11 g vs 6.6 g), higher saturated fat (1.5 g vs 1.3 g) and slightly more sugar, but its salt (1 g) and protein (14 g) are lower than the category averages.

Ingredients

THON LISTAO MSC 34%, POISSON blanc MSC, eau, chorizo (viande origine France) 9% (viande de bœuf, viande de porc et gras de porc, épices et plantes aromatiques, sel, sirop de glucose, arômes naturels, ferments), huile de colza, tomates semi-séchées marinées (tomates, huile de colza, sel, ail, origan), tomate double concentré, fécule de manioc, protéines de LACTOSÉRUM, sel, fibre de BLÉ (fibres de BLÉ et de psyllium), ail déshydraté, jus de citron en poudre (jus concentré de citron, maltodextrine), épice. Traces possibles de: SOJA, CRUSTACÉS, OEUF, CÉLERI, MOUTARDE, MOLLUSQUES.

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