Special k by Special K

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Special k

by Special K 450g in Breakfast cereals Barcode 5059319024349
Nutri-Score
Average nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
b
Environmental impact estimate

Special k by Special K provides 390 kcal per 100 g, with 16 g of sugars and 8 g of protein. That is 12% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Breakfast cereals category and comes in a 450g pack. Contains: gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
1.4 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.3 g · Low
Sugars
16 g · Moderate
Salt
0.7 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 390 kcal 390
Total fat 1.4 g 9 −85%
Saturated fat 0.3 g 2.2 −86%
Carbohydrates 83 g 66.3 +25%
Total sugars 16 g 18.2 −12%
Added sugars 0 g 13 −100%
Dietary fiber 6.6 g 8 −18%
Protein 8 g 10.2 −22%
Salt 0.7 g 0.7 +11%

Category average across 4881 Breakfast cereals products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other breakfast cereals

Calories higher 47%
Sugars lower 41%
Salt higher 35%
Saturated fat lower 23%
Protein top 68%
Fiber top 62%

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

Ingredients

Riz (45%), blé complet (36%), sucre, orge (4.5%), fruits lyophilisés (4.5%)(fraise, cerise, canneberge), farine d'orge maltée, sel, extrait de malt d'orge, niacine, fer, riboflavine, thiamine, vitamine B6, acide folique, vitamine D, vitamine B12. allergènes: blé, orge

Palm oil freeMaybe veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
Gluten

Product details

Quantity
450g
Labels & certifications
KosherNo artificial flavorsNo preservativesNo coloringsNutriscoreNutriscore Grade B
Sold in
Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland
Barcode
5059319024349

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Special k?

Special k contains 390 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Special k?

Special k has 16 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Special k healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

What allergens does Special k contain?

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

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 1, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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