Why is Moutarde De Dijon Forte classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The mustard is made by combining mustard seeds, vinegar, oil and water with several industrial ingredients that are not used in home cooking; the addition of a preservative (E224 potassium metabisulfite), an acidifier (E330 citric acid) and a thickener/emulsifier (E415 xanthane gum) places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the salt content in this mustard affect a hypertensive or low‑sodium diet?

At 5.6 g of salt per 100 ml, the mustard provides a high sodium dose that can quickly raise daily intake; individuals with hypertension or those following a low‑sodium regimen should use it sparingly or choose a reduced‑salt alternative.

Is the mustard seed in this product an allergen for people with mustard sensitivity, and how does the potassium metabisulfite preservative affect those with sulfite intolerance?

Yes, mustard seed is a listed allergen, so anyone with mustard allergy should avoid this product; potassium metabisulfite (E224) can trigger reactions in sulfite‑sensitive individuals, causing symptoms such as wheezing or skin irritation.

Pikarome • 240 ml

Moutarde De Dijon Forte

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Moutarde De Dijon Forte is a strong Dijon mustard marketed as a vegan condiment belonging to the "Fat and sauces" group of the PNNS classification. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), containing additives E224 (potassium metabisulfite), E330 (citric acid) and E415 (xanthane gum), and its high salt level of 5.6 g per 100 ml exceeds the typical condiment average. Nevertheless, the product is low in sugar and fat, provides a sharp mustard flavor, and its Eco-Score of B indicates a relatively favorable environmental profile.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal151 kcal

Fat10.3 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates4.6 g

Sugars2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average condiments, this mustard has significantly less sugar (2 g vs 10.95 g) and fat (≈2.8 g vs 12.01 g) per 100 ml, while its salt content is slightly higher (5.6 g vs 5.02 g).

Ingredients

Eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre de table, sel, huile de colza, épaississant: gomme xanthane, acidifiant: acide citrique et conservateur : DISULFITE de potassium.

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Dijona

370 g