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Is Tilapia Fillets healthy?

Tilapia Fillets scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The tilapia fillets are a source of lean protein, but the use of carbon monoxide and tasteless smoke in processing raises concerns.

How processed is Tilapia Fillets?

Tilapia Fillets is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tilapia Fillets' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Carbon Monoxide, Tasteless Smoke are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Tilapia Fillets

Name: Tilapia Fillets
Brand: Great American Seafood Imorts- Inc.

Great American Seafood Imorts- Inc.

Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0

Harmful ingredients 2

Owned by Southwind Foods

Category Meat and Seafood

Summary

The tilapia fillets are a source of lean protein, but the use of carbon monoxide and tasteless smoke in processing raises concerns. These additives are used to preserve color and extend shelf life, which can be misleading regarding freshness and introduce unwanted compounds. The product's processing level limits its score, despite the nutritional benefits of the fish itself.

Key ingredients 3

Tilapia Fillet

Neutral

Tilapia fillet is a common fish used in many dishes; its inclusion is neutral in terms of health impact.

Carbon Monoxide

Bad

Carbon monoxide is used to preserve the fish's appearance but is a harmful gas that consumers generally prefer to avoid.

Tasteless Smoke

Bad

Tasteless smoke is an additive used for preservation or flavoring, but it can contain chemicals that are undesirable in food.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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