SPAM Classic

by Spam 12 oz (340 g) in Canned meats Barcode 0037600138727
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

SPAM Classic by Spam provides 321 kcal per 100 g, with 1.3 g of sugars and 15 g of protein. That is 44% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Canned meats category and comes in a 12 oz (340 g) pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
24.3 g · High
Saturated fat
9.7 g · High
Sugars
1.3 g · Low
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 2 oz (57 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 321 kcal 182 kcal 187 +72%
Total fat 24.3 g 13.8 g 18% 12.3 +98%
Saturated fat 9.7 g 5.5 g 28% 4.2 +129%
Carbohydrates 3.2 g 1.8 g 1% 2.6 +25%
Total sugars 1.3 g 0.7 g 0.9 +44%
Added sugars 1.8 g 1 g 2% 0.9 +89%
Dietary fiber 0 g 0 g 0% 0.2 −100%
Protein 15 g 8.5 g 17% 16.6 −10%
Salt 0 g 0 g 1.5 −99%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 795 Canned meats products on Foodmetria.

Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from June 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.

Compared with other canned meats

Calories higher 8%
Sugars higher 25%
Salt lower 11%
Saturated fat higher 13%
Protein top 53%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

pork with ham, salt, water, modified potato starch, sugar, sodium nitrite

Palm oil freeNot veganNot vegetarian

Additives 1

High overexposure risk

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

Product details

Quantity
12 oz (340 g)
Serving size
2 oz (57 g)
Labels & certifications
No glutenVerified
Sold in
Germany, United States
Barcode
0037600138727

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in SPAM Classic?

SPAM Classic contains 321 kcal per 100 g and about 182 kcal per serving (2 oz (57 g)).

How much sugar is in SPAM Classic?

SPAM Classic has 1.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is SPAM Classic 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 SPAM Classic vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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