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Cheetos
Cheetos by Frito Lay is listed in the Cheese puffs category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). Contains: milk.
Ingredients
ENRICHED CORN MEAL (CORN MEAL,, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE OIL (CORN, CANOLA,, AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK,, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, CORN, MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, WHEY, PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, LACTIC, ACID, CITRIC ACID, AND ARTIFICIAL COLOR (YELLOW 6).
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 5527955956565
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cheetos healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Cheetos vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Cheetos contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 8, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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