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Bumble Bee Fancy White Crabmeat
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Bumble Bee Fancy White Crabmeat

Bumble Bee
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
14g
Protein
1g
Sugars
680mg
Sodium
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bumble Bee Fancy White Crabmeat is a small, shelf-stable 6-ounce canned seafood product that lives in the canned fish and seafood aisle, stacked near tuna, salmon, canned shrimp and other preserved shellfish. Shoppers typically spot it on grocery runs for a special recipe or to add a touch of seafood to weeknight meals without a trip to the fish counter. It fits occasions from quick dinner upgrades and weekend brunch spreads to party platters and picnic salads. The Bumble Bee name carries mainstream recognition — positioned as a reliable, familiar brand for home cooks who want the idea of premium seafood without the price or perishability of fresh crab. The “Fancy White” phrasing signals a higher-grade cut to consumers, giving a subtle premium halo even though the label provided shows no organic certification or explicit “natural” claim. Packaging is utilitarian: a small sealed can that opens into flaky white crab pieces packed in water; the ingredient list reveals salt, a touch of sugar, and several stabilizers and preservatives used to maintain texture, color and shelf life. In plain terms, the product is processed and preserved to be convenient and long-lasting. Sensory notes: tender, slightly briny flakes with a moist, soft mouthfeel—firmer where phosphate has been used—ideal for folding into crab cakes, seafood salad, cheesy dips, or a quick crab melt. The ritual of use is straightforward: open, drain, flake and mix — a short, practical cooking moment that can feel both everyday and a little indulgent when served on a special occasion.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol115mg38%
Sodium680mg30%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein14g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Crab, Meat,, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, Salt,, Sugar,, Disodium, Pyrophosphate, (to, Maintain, Flavor, and, Firmness),, Citric, Acid,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA, (to, Preserve, Color),, Sodium, Metabisulfite, (Preservative)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Calcium Disodium EDTA - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Metabisulfite - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although the primary ingredient is real crab meat, the product contains multiple industrial additives and preservatives (phosphates, EDTA, metabisulfite) and is a shelf-stable industrial formulation, placing it in NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Bumble Bee Fancy White Crabmeat

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! This crabmeat is low in calories (only 70 per serving) and high in protein (14g!), making it a great option for a lean source of nutrition. Just keep in mind it does have some sodium and added sugars, so if you're watching your salt intake or sugar consumption, you'll want to factor that in.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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