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Original cheese
Original cheese by Primula provides 217 kcal per 100 g, with 3.4 g of sugars and 12.8 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cheese spreads category and comes in a 140g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 217 kcal | 217 kcal | 224 | |
| Total fat | 14.3 g | 14.3 g | 18% | 18.9 −24% |
| Saturated fat | 9.8 g | 9.8 g | 49% | 12.3 −20% |
| Carbohydrates | 9 g | 9 g | 3% | 4.3 +110% |
| Total sugars | 3.4 g | 3.4 g | 3.4 | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 12.8 g | 12.8 g | 26% | 9.2 +39% |
| Salt | 2.2 g | 2.2 g | 1.4 +54% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1173 Cheese spreads products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cheese spreads
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cheese (57%) (MILK), reconstituted skimmed MILK powder, water, whey powder (MILK), emulsifying salts (sodium phosphate, triphosphates, polyphosphates), modified maize starch.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 140g
- Serving size
- 1 serving (100 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5016049086047
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Original cheese?
Original cheese contains 217 kcal per 100 g and about 217 kcal per serving (1 serving (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Original cheese?
Original cheese has 3.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Original cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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.
Is Original cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Original cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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