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The recorded US ingredient statement lists MSG (1 of the 9 additive groups we check). Confirm the exact formula on your package.
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Ingredients
BIGS Dill Pickle Flavor Sunflower Seeds
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Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 2653265, data date 2023-10-26, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-16. Check the package for the current label.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 600 kcal | 180 kcal |
| Total fat | 46.7 g | 14 g |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 6900 mg | 2070 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 20 g | 6 g |
| Dietary fiber | 6.7 g | 2 g |
| Total sugars | 3.3 g | 1 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar alcohols | Unknown | Unknown |
| Protein | 26.7 g | 8 g |
| Net carbs (carbs − fiber) | 13.3 g | 4 g |
Our research notes
What to know before you choose these nuts & seeds
The recorded ingredient label lists 12 ingredients, led by sunflower seeds, salt and maltodextrin. Worth noting: it lists added sweeteners (maltodextrin), natural flavors and MSG. For these nuts & seeds, the comparison that matters most is roasting style: distinguish raw, dry-roasted and oil-roasted recipes.
- Worth checkingLists MSG (less than 2% of: monosodium glutamate).
- Worth checkingLists added sweeteners: maltodextrin (first appears at position 3 of 12).
- Worth checkingLists natural flavors; the specific flavoring ingredients are not disclosed.
- Good to knowContains thickeners or stabilizers: xanthan.
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- You avoid MSG: the recorded label lists less than 2% of: monosodium glutamate.
- You are limiting added sugars: it lists maltodextrin.
- You want every flavoring ingredient disclosed: natural flavors are not itemized.
- You prefer to avoid thickeners and gums: it lists xanthan.
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- Roasting style. Distinguish raw, dry-roasted and oil-roasted recipes.
- Coatings and seasoning. Check added oil, salt, sweeteners and flavors.
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References
- BIGS Dill Pickle Flavor Sunflower Seeds: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 2653265) USDA FoodData Central
- Nuts for the heart Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
- Food allergies and allergen labeling U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans U.S. Department of Agriculture and HHS
These notes summarize the linked ingredient record and public references. Records may come from manufacturer pages or USDA FoodData Central brand-submitted labels. They are not medical advice or a nutrition, allergy or safety rating, and the maker’s claims are not independently verified here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does BIGS Dill Pickle Flavor Sunflower Seeds contain seed oils?
No listed matches for seed oils were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
Does BIGS Dill Pickle Flavor Sunflower Seeds contain artificial dyes or MSG?
The recorded ingredient statement lists artificial dyes or MSG. Review the full statement for the exact ingredients.
What is the verification standard for this product?
The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-16. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.
What are the ingredients in BIGS Dill Pickle Flavor Sunflower Seeds?
The recorded ingredient statement reads: SUNFLOWER SEEDS, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, LESS THAN 2% OF: MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SODIUM DIACETATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, SPICES, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM INOSINATE & DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DRIED GARLIC, DRIED ONION.
Is BIGS Dill Pickle Flavor Sunflower Seeds healthy?
Its recorded label lists MSG (1 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 63 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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