Cabeza de cerdo by Mercadona

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Cabeza de cerdo

by Mercadona in Fresh meats Barcode 8480000593641
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food

Cabeza de cerdo by Mercadona provides 213 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 15 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Fresh meats category.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
17 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
7 g · High
Sugars
0 g · Low
Salt
2.4 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 213 kcal 170 +25%
Total fat 17 g 9.1 +86%
Saturated fat 7 g 3.4 +108%
Carbohydrates 0 g 1.1 −100%
Total sugars 0 g 0.5 −100%
Added sugars 0 g 0.3 −100%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0.2 −100%
Protein 15 g 20.8 −28%
Salt 2.4 g 0.7 +235%

Category average across 145 Fresh meats products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other fresh meats

Calories higher 27%
Sugars lower 1%
Salt higher 3%
Saturated fat higher 13%
Protein top 93%
Fiber top 100%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Careta (75%), magro de cabeza (20%), gelatina, sal, ajo, estabilizante (tripolifosfato sódico), antioxidantes (eritorbato sódico, citrato trisódico), conservadores (acetato sódico, nitrito sódico) y colorante (carmín). Puede contener trazas de soja

Palm oil freeNot veganNot vegetarian
May contain traces
Soybeans

Additives 9

High overexposure risk
High overexposure risk

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Labels & certifications
Green DotNo lactose
Sold in
Spain
Barcode
8480000593641

Prices reported by shoppers

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cabeza de cerdo?

Cabeza de cerdo contains 213 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Cabeza de cerdo?

Cabeza de cerdo has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Cabeza de cerdo healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of E (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 Cabeza de cerdo vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Cabeza de cerdo contain?

No allergens are listed in the label data. It may also contain traces of soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 29, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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