Sunshine Cheez-It Cheddar Loco .75oz
Processing Score
12.2Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
5/10Good
The processing score reflects 41 ingredients, including artificial flavoring, preservatives, modified ingredients, plus 2 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium. It also contains trans fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
00024100106721
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size21 g
Amount per serving
Calories
100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.5g
4%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 160mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate 14g
5%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 2g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 110mg
8%
Iron 1.1mg
6%
Potassium 60mg
1%
* 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
26 listed · 9 flagged for reviewWHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, VITAMIN B1 [THIAMIN MONONITRATE], VITAMIN B2 [RIBOFLAVIN], FOLIC ACID), SOYBEAN OIL WITH TBHQ FOR FRESHNESS, WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, CALCIUM CARBONATE, RED PEPPER, SPICES, BUTTERMILK, YEAST, WHEY, TOMATO POWDER, ONION POWDER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, YEAST EXTRACT, JALAPENO PEPPER, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), PAPRIKA COLOR, MALTODEXTRIN, PAPRIKA OLEORESIN COLOR, TURMERIC EXTRACT COLOR, ANNATTO EXTRACT COLOR, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, SOY LECITHIN.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Sunshine Cheez-It Cheddar Loco .75oz scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
- Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Cookies & Crackers, this product is more processed than about 51% of the 18,630 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 Sunshine Cheez-It Cheddar Loco .75oz'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.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Soybean Oil With Tbhq For Freshness.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Carbonate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Yeast, Yeast Extract.
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Maltodextrin.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Annatto Extract Color.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Lactic Acid, Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vitamin A Palmitate.
Fortification often compensates for processing losses.
This product is part of our wider analysis. It features in our Colby Jack vs Cheddar Cheese and American Cheese vs Cheddar comparisons.
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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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