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GREAT VALUE, SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE

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Is GREAT VALUE, SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE healthy?

GREAT VALUE, SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE scores 68/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This shredded mozzarella cheese is a processed product with a few additives, including natamycin, which is used as a mold inhibitor.

How processed is GREAT VALUE, SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE?

GREAT VALUE, SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive GREAT VALUE, SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese, pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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GREAT VALUE, SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE

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68 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
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Category Cheese
Summary

This shredded mozzarella cheese is a processed product with a few additives, including natamycin, which is used as a mold inhibitor. While the cheese itself provides beneficial nutrients like protein and calcium, the presence of additives and the processing level limit its score. The use of potato starch and powdered cellulose to prevent caking is common but adds to the processing level, impacting the overall rating.

Key ingredients 8

Low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
Good

This cheese provides a good source of protein and calcium, making it a nutritious choice for many dishes.

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pasteurized part-skim milk
Good

Pasteurized milk is a beneficial ingredient that supplies essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.

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cheese culture
Good

Cheese cultures help develop flavor and texture, supporting healthy digestion and gut bacteria.

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salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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enzymes
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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potato starch
Neutral

Potato starch is used as a stabilizer to prevent caking but offers no significant nutritional benefit.

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powdered cellulose
Neutral

Powdered cellulose acts as an anti-caking agent, with minimal impact on health.

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natamycin
Neutral

Natamycin is a natural mold inhibitor that helps preserve the cheese without artificial preservatives.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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