Common questions

Is Raw shrimp healthy?

Raw shrimp scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists of shrimp with added salt and sodium phosphates, which are used to retain moisture.

How processed is Raw shrimp?

Raw shrimp is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive 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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Name: Raw shrimp
Brand: Master catch

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Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Gordon Brothers

Category Meat and Seafood

Summary

This product consists of shrimp with added salt and sodium phosphates, which are used to retain moisture. While shrimp is a good source of protein, the presence of sodium phosphates as an additive can contribute to an increased intake of phosphorus, potentially leading to imbalances in calcium and phosphorus levels. The processing level limits the score, as it is not a minimally processed whole food.

Key ingredients 3

Shrimp

Good

A high-protein, low-fat seafood option that provides essential nutrients like selenium and B vitamins.

Salt

Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for basic seasoning and flavor enhancement.

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Sodium Phosphates

Neutral

Common food additive used to help retain moisture and improve texture in seafood products.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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