Caramel Popcorn
Processing Score
6.8Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
2/10Poor
The processing score reflects 17 ingredients, including corn syrup, emulsifiers or gums and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sugar.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sugar
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
041130383137
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size30 g
Amount per serving
Calories
140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g
5%
Saturated Fat 1.5g
8%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg
2%
Sodium 105mg
5%
Total Carbohydrate 24g
9%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 14g
Includes 14g Added Sugars
28%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 0mg
0%
Iron 0mg
0%
Potassium 20mg
0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
15 listed · 4 flagged for reviewSUGAR, CORN SYRUP, AIR POPPED POPCORN, PUMPKIN SEEDS, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), CANOLA OIL, SEA SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, CINNAMON, ALLSPICE, SOY LECITHIN, GROUND NUTMEG, GROUND CLOVES, GROUND GINGER, BETA CAROTENE.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Caramel Popcorn scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Popcorn & Pretzels, this product is more processed than about 43% of the 4,573 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Caramel Popcorn's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Canola Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Sea Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Beta Carotene.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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