Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese

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Common questions

Is Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese healthy?

Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This grated Parmesan cheese is primarily made from high-quality Parmesan cheese, which is a good source of protein and calcium.

How processed is Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese?

Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Parmesan cheese, milk count in its favor; potassium sorbate 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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Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese

Kraft
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

$4.79 · 8 oz · $0.60 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Kraft Heinz
Category Cheese
Summary

This grated Parmesan cheese is primarily made from high-quality Parmesan cheese, which is a good source of protein and calcium. However, it includes potassium sorbate as a preservative, which is synthetically produced and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. The presence of this additive and the processing level limit the score, despite the beneficial nutritional profile of the cheese itself.

Key ingredients 4

Parmesan cheese
Good

Parmesan cheese is a natural dairy product rich in protein and calcium, making it a nutritious addition to meals.

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milk
Good

Milk is a fundamental source of calcium and high-quality protein, essential for bone health and overall nutrition.

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cellulose powder
Neutral

Cellulose powder is used as an anti-caking agent and is generally considered safe and inert in food products.

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potassium sorbate
Bad

Synthetic preservative — flagged in daily-use products.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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