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Caster sugar
Caster sugar by Asda provides 402 kcal per 100 g, with 100 g of sugars and 0.5 g of protein. That is 30% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 2 (processed culinary ingredient). It is listed in the Sugars category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 402 kcal | 303 +32% |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0.5 |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.3 −70% |
| Carbohydrates | 100 g | 89.9 +11% |
| Total sugars | 100 g | 76.9 +30% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.5 g | 1.4 −65% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 0.3 +68% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2024 Sugars products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sugars
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5057172098866
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Caster sugar?
Caster sugar contains 402 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Caster sugar?
Caster sugar has 100 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Caster sugar healthy?
It is in NOVA group 2 — processed culinary ingredient. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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