Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla

Common questions

Is Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla healthy?

Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla scores 30/100 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, containing refined flour and vegetable shortening, which often includes palm or corn oil.

Does Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla contain seed oils?

Yes — Scout's ingredient analysis flags seed oils in Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla, and that is reflected in its score.

How processed is Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla?

Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla compare to other tortillas & wraps?

Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla ranks #17 of 22 tortillas & wraps in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Eat Coyotas Cassava Flour Tortillas at 87/100.

Which ingredients drive Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Vegetable Shortening, Palm Oil, Corn Oil 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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Great Value 6" Flour Tortilla

Great Value
Contains seed oils
30 Poor

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Great Value is carried at Walmart stores. Find one within 25 miles.

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Category Tortillas & Wraps
Summary

This product is ultra-processed, containing refined flour and vegetable shortening, which often includes palm or corn oil. These oils are highly processed and can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess. Additionally, the presence of synthetic preservatives like calcium propionate and sorbic acid further impacts its nutritional quality.

Key ingredients 8

Corn Oil
Very Bad

Corn oil is high in omega-6 fatty acids and may contribute to inflammation if consumed excessively.

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Vegetable Shortening
Bad

Vegetable shortening often contains trans fats or unhealthy oils, which can be less beneficial for heart health.

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Palm Oil
Bad

Palm oil is associated with environmental concerns and contains saturated fats, which may impact cardiovascular health.

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Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Enriched Unbleached Flour
Neutral

This ingredient is a common base for baked goods and provides carbohydrates, but it is enriched with nutrients to support general health.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for dough formation and hydration, with no negative health impact when used in food preparation.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt enhances flavor and preserves the product but should be consumed in moderation to avoid health issues.

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Leavening
Neutral

Leavening agents help the dough rise and improve texture without significant health concerns.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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