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Au Gratin Potatoes
Au Gratin Potatoes by Great Value is listed in the Mixed vegetables category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). Contains: gluten, milk.
Ingredients
Potatoes*, cornstarch, maltodextrin (from corn), enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), salt, cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), onion*, disodium phosphate, garlic*, natural flavor, sodium stearoyl lactylate, calcium lactate, potassium chloride, disodium inosinate and disodium guanylate, yellow 5 lake, yellow 6 lake. (freshness protected by sodium bisulfite).
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) are among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
What these additives are and what the research says: Yellow 5, Yellow 6.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/2 cup (28 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No artificial flavors
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0078742013220
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Frequently asked questions
Is Au Gratin Potatoes healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Au Gratin Potatoes vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Au Gratin Potatoes contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Au Gratin Potatoes contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Yellow 5 (E102) and Yellow 6 (E110). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using them by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars them from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars them from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with them. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated January 1, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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