Mandarin oranges

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Is Mandarin oranges healthy?

Mandarin oranges scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains mandarin oranges, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants, contributing positively to its nutritional profile.

How processed is Mandarin oranges?

Mandarin oranges is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Mandarin oranges' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Mandarin oranges, Ascorbic acid count in its favor; Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Mandarin oranges

H-E-B
65 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

$6.84 · 4 oz · pack of 8 · $0.21 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by H-E-B
Category Fruits
Summary

This product contains mandarin oranges, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants, contributing positively to its nutritional profile. However, the addition of refined sugar and the processing involved reduce its overall healthfulness. The presence of added sugar provides empty calories and can contribute to metabolic issues, while the processing level limits the maximum potential score.

Key ingredients 6

Mandarin oranges
Good

Mandarin oranges are naturally sweet and rich in vitamins, making them a healthy fruit choice.

Ascorbic acid
Good

Vitamin C — beneficial even when serving as a preservative.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and has no significant positive or negative impact on health.

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Citric acid
Neutral

Citric acid helps preserve the fruit and enhances flavor without significant health concerns.

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En:e330
Neutral

E330 is an additive derived from citric acid, used as an acidity regulator, with minimal health impact.

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Sugar
Bad

Added sugar can contribute to excess calorie intake and may impact blood sugar levels negatively.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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