Pepperballs
Processing Score
6.0Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
1/10Poor
The processing score reflects 13 ingredients, including preservatives. The nutrition score reflects high sodium and total fat. It also contains trans fat.
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
887732894004
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size50 g
Amount per serving
Calories
180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g
23%
Saturated Fat 2g
10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg
3%
Sodium 380mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate 3g
1%
Dietary Fiber <1g
3%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein <1g
Calcium 10mg
1%
Iron 0.5mg
3%
* 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
13 listed · 3 flagged for reviewCANOLA OIL, PAPRIKA, SWEET-PICANTEE PEPPERS, CREAM CHEESE, SPICES, SALT, VINEGAR, SUGAR, FLAVORINGS, STARCH, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ASCORBIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND BENZOIC ACID AS PRESERVATIVES.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Pepperballs scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Chemical Preservatives (Potassium Sorbate And Benzoic Acid As Preservatives): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Natural Flavors (Flavorings): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
Within Pickles & Relishes, this product is more processed than about 59% of the 10,255 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 Pepperballs' ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Canola Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Chloride.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Ascorbic Acid.
Fortification often compensates for processing losses.
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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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