Common questions

Is Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp healthy?

Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The product is a processed food due to the inclusion of sodium tripolyphosphate, which is used to retain moisture but adds unnecessary sodium and may cause digestive issues.

How processed is Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp?

Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Shrimp counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp

Name: Extra Jumbo Raw Shrimp
Brand: First Street

First Street

Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Smart & Final

Category Meat and Seafood

Summary

The product is a processed food due to the inclusion of sodium tripolyphosphate, which is used to retain moisture but adds unnecessary sodium and may cause digestive issues. While the shrimp itself is a good source of protein, the presence of this synthetic additive and the processing level limit its score. The product is not as clean as minimally processed seafood options, which affects its overall rating.

Key ingredients 3

Shrimp

Good

A nutrient-dense seafood option that provides high-quality protein and essential micronutrients with very low fat content.

Sodium Tripolyphosphate

Neutral

A common food additive used to help retain moisture and improve texture during processing.

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Salt

Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for basic seasoning and flavor enhancement.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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