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Harry & David

Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Apple

47/ 100 clean scoreLists seed oils, artificial preservatives and corn syrups3 of the 9 additive groups we check are on the label.

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The recorded US ingredient statement lists seed oils, artificial preservatives and corn syrups (3 of the 9 additive groups we check). Confirm the exact formula on your package.

Label checked 2026-10-20. USDA FoodData Central · How we verify labels and scores

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The clean score reads only the ingredient label. Up to 60 points come from the 9 additive groups we check: each group not on the label earns its share, and a group named only in a "may contain" note earns half. Up to 25 points come from an organic claim we have confirmed. Points that do not apply to this kind of food are left out and the rest is scaled to 100.

This product: 6 of 9 groups not on the label. No confirmed organic claim.

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Contains Avoided Additives

1 of your 4 avoided groups is listed on this label. The clean score counts all 9 groups we check; this label lists 3.

Additive Check Details

Seed OilsContains
Found on label as:bha/bht in corn oil to retard oxidation
Artificial DyesNot Found
MSGNot Found
Artificial SweetenersNot Found

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Ingredients

Harry & David Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Apple

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Label data source

Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 1874670, data date 2021-07-29, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-20. Check the package for the current label.

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (40 g, 0.5 cup)
Calories450 kcal180 kcal
Total fat17.5 g7 g
Saturated fat10 g4 g
Sodium225 mg90 mg
Total carbohydrate77.5 g31 g
Dietary fiber2.5 g1 g
Total sugars50 g20 g
Added sugarsUnknownUnknown
Sugar alcoholsUnknownUnknown
Protein2.5 g1 g
Net carbs (carbs − fiber)75 g30 g

Our research notes

What to know before you choose these popcorn & pretzels

The recorded ingredient label lists 13 ingredients, led by corn syrup, milk chocolate and brown sugar. Worth noting: it lists added sweeteners (corn syrup and milk chocolate), natural flavors, seed oils, artificial preservatives and corn syrups. For these popcorn & pretzels, the comparison that matters most is format and preparation: choose kernels, ready-to-eat popcorn, microwave bags or pretzels.

  • Worth checkingLists seed oils (bha/bht in corn oil to retard oxidation).
  • Worth checkingLists artificial preservatives (bha/bht in corn oil to retard oxidation).
  • Worth checkingLists corn syrups (corn syrup).
  • Worth checkingLists added sweeteners: corn syrup, milk chocolate and brown sugar (first appears at position 1 of 13).
  • Worth checkingLists natural flavors; the specific flavoring ingredients are not disclosed.
  • Good to knowOils named on the label: corn oil.
  • Good to knowIngredient and allergen statements mention milk and soy. Always confirm the full allergen statement on the package.

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  • You avoid seed oils: the recorded label lists bha/bht in corn oil to retard oxidation.
  • You avoid artificial preservatives: the recorded label lists bha/bht in corn oil to retard oxidation.
  • You avoid corn syrups: the recorded label lists corn syrup.
  • You are limiting added sugars: it lists corn syrup and milk chocolate.

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References

  1. Harry & David Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Apple: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 1874670) USDA FoodData Central
  2. Whole Grain Stamp and whole-grain labeling Whole Grains Council
  3. Whole grains Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
  4. Sodium in your diet U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Harry & David Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Apple contain seed oils?

The recorded ingredient statement lists seed oils. Review the full statement for the exact ingredients.

Does Harry & David Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Apple contain artificial dyes or MSG?

No listed matches for artificial dyes or MSG were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.

What is the verification standard for this product?

The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-20. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.

What are the ingredients in Harry & David Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Apple?

The recorded ingredient statement reads: CORN SYRUP, MILK CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, MILK, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA), BROWN SUGAR, POPCORN, BUTTER (CREAM [MILK], SALT), DRIED APPLES (APPLES, SUGAR), WATER, SUGAR, HONEY, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR (WITH MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES), SOY LECITHIN, SALT, BHA/BHT IN CORN OIL TO RETARD OXIDATION.

Is Harry & David Gourmet Popcorn, Caramel Apple healthy?

Its recorded label lists seed oils, artificial preservatives and corn syrups (3 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 47 out of 100. That is a label check, not a nutrition rating: sugar, sodium, calories and portion size are separate questions.

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