Microwave popcorn

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Microwave popcorn

3 x 100 g in Popcorn Barcode 3577060000181
Nutri-Score
Not enough data to compute
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
b
Environmental impact estimate

Microwave popcorn provides 438 kcal per 100 g, with 15 g of sugars and 8.3 g of protein. That is 25% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Popcorn category and comes in a 3 x 100 g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
13 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
5.5 g · High
Sugars
15 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 438 kcal 443
Total fat 13 g 20.8 −38%
Saturated fat 5.5 g 7.5 −26%
Carbohydrates 67 g 58.2 +15%
Total sugars 15 g 12 +25%
Added sugars 24.9 g 10 +149%
Protein 8.3 g 8.6

Category average across 1567 Popcorn products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other popcorn

Calories lower 45%
Sugars higher 29%
Saturated fat higher 48%
Protein top 42%

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

Ingredients

Mais a popcom (65.3%), sucre (18.8%), huile de palme, dextrose.

Contains palm oil

Product details

Quantity
3 x 100 g
Sold in
France
Barcode
3577060000181

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Microwave popcorn?

Microwave popcorn contains 438 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Microwave popcorn?

Microwave popcorn has 15 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Microwave popcorn healthy?

It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 7, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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