Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark
Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark by Bitterman Family Confections Llc provides 325 kcal per 100 g, with 32.5 g of sugars and 5 g of protein. That is 41% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Confectioneries category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 40 g (40 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 325 kcal | 130 kcal | 409 −21% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 9.5 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 6.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 77.5 g | 31 g | 11% | 74.3 |
| Total sugars | 32.5 g | 13 g | 54.6 −41% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.7 −100% |
| Protein | 5 g | 2 g | 4% | 3.4 +49% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 19343 Confectioneries products on Foodmetria.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Fat-free
- 0 g fat per 100 g (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 g)
- Low saturated fat
- 0 g per 100 g, 0% of calories (EU: no more than 1.5 g per 100 g and 10% of calories)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other confectioneries
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Corn syrup, sugar, applejuice, gelling agent gelatin, pectin, dextrose citric acid, artificial flavors and colors: (blue 1, yellow 5).
Additives 5
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 Blue 1 (E133) 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 Blue 1 (E133) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Yellow 5 (E102) and Blue 1 (E133) 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) 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, Blue 1.
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
- 40 g (40 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0744986013998
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark?
Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark contains 325 kcal per 100 g and about 130 kcal per serving (40 g (40 g)).
How much sugar is in Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark?
Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark has 32.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
Does Bitterman Family Confections, Blue Shark contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Yellow 5 (E102) and Blue 1 (E133). 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 Yellow 5 (E102). Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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