McCain
McCain Masala Fries
About McCain Masala Fries
McCain Masala Fries is made by McCain and sits in the RTC Frozen/Processed Veggies category. Its barcode (GTIN) is 8906000610725. TruthIn has analysed it using the TruthIn Ingredient Rating System (TIRS), which scores packaged foods from 0 to 5 based on their ingredients, level of processing and nutrient profile.
It scores 2.3 out of 5, which TIRS rates as "Okay". On the NOVA food-processing scale it is NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). The label lists 4 ingredients, starting with 1422, 412, natural flavor.
The full TruthIn product report adds a safety rating for every ingredient and 4 nutrient values per 100g, each marked as good or of concern, so you can judge it against other rtc frozen/processed veggies before you buy.
Quick facts
- Product
- McCain Masala Fries
- Brand
- McCain
- Category
- RTC Frozen/Processed Veggies
- Barcode (GTIN)
- 8906000610725
- TIRS rating
- 2.3 / 5 (Okay)
- Processing level
- NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food)
- Ingredients listed
- 4
Ingredients (4)
1422, 412, natural flavor, added flavor
Compare with similar rtc frozen/processed veggies
| Product | TIRS | NOVA | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCain Masala Fries (this product) | 2.3 | 4 | 4 |
| Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll (Goeld) | 4.3 | 3 | 1 |
| Saptamveda Beetroot Powder (Saptamveda) | 4.3 | 1 | 0 |
| Desi Treat VEG Millets Chaap (Desi Treat) | 4.0 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Is McCain Masala Fries healthy?
McCain Masala Fries has a TruthIn TIRS rating of 2.3 out of 5 ("Okay"). TIRS combines ingredient quality, processing level and nutrient profile into one score, where 5 is best.
Is McCain Masala Fries ultra-processed?
Yes. McCain Masala Fries is classed as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food) because it is an industrial formulation of ingredients.
What are the ingredients in McCain Masala Fries?
McCain Masala Fries lists 4 ingredients: 1422, 412, natural flavor, added flavor.
Does McCain Masala Fries contain palm oil?
No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears among its 4 listed ingredients.
Does McCain Masala Fries contain added sugar?
No sugar or sweetening syrup appears among its 4 listed ingredients.
What are healthier alternatives to McCain Masala Fries?
Among rtc frozen/processed veggies rated by TruthIn, Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll (4.3), Saptamveda Beetroot Powder (4.3), Desi Treat VEG Millets Chaap (4.0) score higher on TIRS than McCain Masala Fries (2.3).
McCain Masala Fries vs Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll: which is healthier?
McCain Masala Fries scores 2.3 on TIRS and Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll scores 4.3, so Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll rates higher. McCain Masala Fries lists 4 ingredients and Goeld Vegetable Spring Roll lists 1.
What is the barcode of McCain Masala Fries?
The barcode (GTIN) of McCain Masala Fries is 8906000610725.
What is in the TruthIn report for McCain Masala Fries?
The report covers nutrition per 100g and per serving with each nutrient marked as good or of concern, and a safe / caution / concern rating for every ingredient.