Kroger, Swiss Cheese
Processing Score
7.0Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
—/10No Data
The processing score reflects 15 ingredients, including artificial flavoring and emulsifiers or gums. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
011110597786
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size21 g
Amount per serving
Calories
30
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg
2%
Sodium 360mg
16%
Total Carbohydrate 2g
1%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g
Calcium 150mg
12%
Iron 0mg
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
10 listed · 3 flagged for reviewSKIM MILK CHEESE FOR MANUFACTURING* (PASTEURIZED SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, WHEY*, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE*, SKIM MILK*, SODIUM CITRATE, SUGAR, MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE)AND CARRAGEENAN.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Kroger, Swiss Cheese scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Processed Dairy Ingredients (Milk Protein Concentrate*): Isolated proteins and modified ingredients indicate UPF.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Sorbic Acid (Preservative)And Carrageenan): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
Within Cheese, this product is more processed than about 78% of the 19,171 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 Kroger, Swiss Cheese'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.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Sodium Citrate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar, Maltodextrin.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts 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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