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ACT II Extreme Butter

Common questions

Is ACT II Extreme Butter healthy?

ACT II Extreme Butter scores 10/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. This product is ultra-processed and contains palm oil, which is high in saturated fats and associated with environmental concerns.

Does ACT II Extreme Butter contain seed oils?

Yes — Scout's ingredient analysis flags seed oils in ACT II Extreme Butter, and that is reflected in its score.

How processed is ACT II Extreme Butter?

ACT II Extreme Butter is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does ACT II Extreme Butter compare to other salty snacks?

ACT II Extreme Butter ranks #69 of 118 salty snacks in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Jesse & Ben's House-Cut Fries Tallow & Sea Salt at 93/100.

Which ingredients drive ACT II Extreme Butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Palm Oil, Natural Flavors, Tbhq 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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ACT II Extreme Butter

ACT II
Contains seed oils
10 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Conagra Brands
Category Salty Snacks
Summary

This product is ultra-processed and contains palm oil, which is high in saturated fats and associated with environmental concerns. It also includes TBHQ, a synthetic preservative with potential health risks, and natural flavors, which lack transparency and may contain numerous chemical compounds. The combination of these factors, along with its high processing level, significantly impacts its health rating.

Key ingredients 8

Palm Oil
Bad

A highly processed tropical oil high in saturated fats, often associated with environmental concerns.

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Natural Flavors
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Tbhq
Bad

Synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life and prevent oxidation of fats.

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Popping Corn
Neutral

Whole grain corn used as the base for popping, providing dietary fiber.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for seasoning and flavor enhancement.

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Color Added
Neutral

Additive used to enhance the visual appearance of the product.

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Butter
Neutral

Dairy fat added in a small amount for traditional buttery flavor.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Common organic acid used for freshness and pH balance.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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