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American Cheese
American Cheese by Hannaford provides 143 kcal per 100 g, with 4.8 g of sugars and 19.1 g of protein. That is 54% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Undefined category and comes in a 21 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 slice (21 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 143 kcal | 30 kcal | 250 −43% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 13.7 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 7.8 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.5 g | 2 g | 1% | 22.8 −58% |
| Total sugars | 4.8 g | 1 g | 10.4 −54% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 6.8 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.8 −100% |
| Protein | 19.1 g | 4 g | 8% | 11.6 +64% |
| Salt | 3.1 g | 0.7 g | 0.7 +373% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 8759 Undefined products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from February 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
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Ingredients
SKIM MILK CHEESE (CULTURED NONFAT MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, SKIM MILK, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SODIUM CITRATE, SALT, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL CHEDDAR CHEESE FLAVOR*, CARRAGEENAN, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, TI
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 21 g
- Serving size
- 1 slice (21 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041268195138
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in American Cheese?
American Cheese contains 143 kcal per 100 g and about 30 kcal per serving (1 slice (21 g)).
How much sugar is in American Cheese?
American Cheese has 4.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is American Cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is American Cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does American Cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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