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Pilchards
Pilchards by Glenryck provides 178 kcal per 100 g, with 1 g of sugars and 14.8 g of protein. That is 73% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Canned herrings category and comes in a 155g pack. Contains: fish.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (155 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 178 kcal | 276 kcal | 210 −15% | |
| Total fat | 13.1 g | 20.3 g | 26% | 15.8 −17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.4 g | 6.8 g | 34% | 2.9 +54% |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g | 1.6 g | 1% | 4.9 −80% |
| Total sugars | 1 g | 1.6 g | 3.8 −73% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.2 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 1.6 g | 6% | 0.4 +152% |
| Protein | 14.8 g | 22.9 g | 46% | 12.1 +22% |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.5 g | 1.5 −34% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 243 Canned herrings products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other canned herrings
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Atlantic Pilchards (65 %) (Fish), Tomato Juice from Concentrate (33 %), Salt, Tapioca Starch, Thickener - Guar Gum.
- Allergens
- Fish
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 155g
- Serving size
- 1 portion (155 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Omega-3High in Omega 3
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5010821012033
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pilchards?
Pilchards contains 178 kcal per 100 g and about 276 kcal per serving (1 portion (155 g)).
How much sugar is in Pilchards?
Pilchards has 1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pilchards healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Pilchards contain?
According to the label data it contains: Fish. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 17, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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