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Hoisin Sauce
Hoisin Sauce by Trader Joe's provides 243 kcal per 100 g, with 47.2 g of sugars and 1.4 g of protein. That is 316% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Sauces category. Contains: sesame seeds, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 36 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 243 kcal | 88 kcal | 216 +13% | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 1 g | 1% | 13.9 −80% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 52.8 g | 19 g | 7% | 16.5 +220% |
| Total sugars | 47.2 g | 17 g | 11.3 +316% | |
| Added sugars | 54.7 g | 19.7 g | 39% | 7.8 +604% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.7 g | 0.6 g | 2% | 1.3 +30% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 2.2 −37% |
| Salt | 6 g | 2.1 g | 2.5 +141% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2963 Sauces products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
BROWN SUGAR, WATER, FERMENTED SOYBEAN PASTE (SOYBEAN, RICE, SALT), SALT, BLACK SESAME PASTE (BLACK SESAME SEEDS), DISTILLED VINEGAR, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, MOLASSES, GARLIC, CITRIC ACID (ACIDIFIER), SEASONING BLEND (BLACK PEPPER, CINNAMON, STAR ANISE, CUMIN, CORIANDER SEED, SZECHUAN PEPPER, CARDAMOM), GARLIC POWDER, CHILI POWDER, XANTHAN GUM
- Allergens
- Sesame seedsSoybeans
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 36 g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 00782975
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Hoisin Sauce?
Hoisin Sauce contains 243 kcal per 100 g and about 88 kcal per serving (36 g).
How much sugar is in Hoisin Sauce?
Hoisin Sauce has 47.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Hoisin Sauce healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Hoisin Sauce vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Hoisin Sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Sesame seeds, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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