Licorice candy

by Leaf Inc. in Confectioneries Barcode 0010700702166
Bad nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Licorice candy by Leaf Inc. provides 350 kcal per 100 g, with 62.5 g of sugars and 2.5 g of protein. That is 14% more 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 Confectioneries category. Contains: gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
0 g · Low
Saturated fat
0 g · Low
Sugars
62.5 g · High
Salt
0.6 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 33 PIECES (40 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 350 kcal 140 kcal 409 −14%
Total fat 0 g 0 g 0% 9.5 −100%
Saturated fat 0 g 0 g 0% 6.1 −100%
Carbohydrates 90 g 36 g 13% 74.3 +21%
Total sugars 62.5 g 25 g 54.6 +14%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0 g 0% 1.7 −100%
Protein 2.5 g 1 g 2% 3.3 −25%
Salt 0.6 g 0.3 g 0.3 +143%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 19312 Confectioneries products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other confectioneries

Calories lower 28%
Sugars higher 36%
Salt higher 9%
Saturated fat lower 1%
Protein top 51%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

Sugar; corn syrup; enriched wheat flour [flour; niacin; ferrous sulfate; thiamin mononitrate; riboflavin; folic acid]; contains 2% or less of: licorice extract; gum acacia; cornstarch; salt; natural and artificial flavors; rice starch; artificial color [k-carmine; red 40 lake]; caramel color; confectioner's glaze; carnauba wax.

Palm oil free
Allergens
Gluten

Additives 5

Moderate overexposure risk

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

Product details

Serving size
33 PIECES (40 g)
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0010700702166

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Licorice candy?

Licorice candy contains 350 kcal per 100 g and about 140 kcal per serving (33 PIECES (40 g)).

How much sugar is in Licorice candy?

Licorice candy has 62.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Licorice candy 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.

What allergens does Licorice candy contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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