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Herr's Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Herr's Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips

Herr's
7.75 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
490mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Herr's Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips arrive in the supermarket snack aisle, shelved alongside other national and regional chip brands, near pretzels, popcorn and refrigerated dips. The 7.75 oz bag is a sharing-size, foil-lined plastic package that clinks when handled and promises a bold, tangy experience. Popular on game-day spreads, backyard barbecues, road trips and casual movie nights, these chips are often bought for informal gatherings, impulse cart fills and as a salty complement to sandwiches and burgers. The brand leans on a family-owned, nostalgia-forward story — “Forever Good” and Ed Herr’s signature convey Mid-20th-century heritage and small-company trustworthiness, positioning the chips toward value-conscious, multi-generational American snackers who like familiar flavors and regional loyalty. The label does not carry organic or natural certifications; its marketing emphasizes flavor and tradition rather than health. Packaging copy and the prominent ingredient list may create a “potato = simple” health halo for some shoppers, even though the product contains added acids, salts and blended vegetable oils. In plain terms, this is a highly processed snack made from sliced potatoes that are fried and seasoned with manufactured flavor components. Sensory impressions: a brittle, audible crunch, splashes of white salt crystals, and a sharp, lingering vinegar tang with a lightly oily mouthfeel. Rituals around the product include opening the bag at tailgates and movie nights, sharing from the bag or pairing with beer and sandwiches, and the habitual mid-afternoon grab for quick, crunchy satisfaction.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 13
Servings per Container: 8
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium490mg21%
Total Carbohydrate16g6%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein2g
* 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

Potatoes,, Vegetable, Oil, (Contains, One, or, More, of, the, Following:, Corn,, Cottonseed,, Sunflower),, Seasoning, (Lactose,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Salt,, Malic, Acid,, Sodium, Citrate),, Salt..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • corn - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • cottonseed - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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?

Contains fried potato slices plus industrially formulated seasonings (sodium diacetate, malic acid, sodium citrate) and blended vegetable oils, indicating formulation and processing typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Herr's Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips

Well, that depends on how you define 'healthy.' These chips clock in at 150 calories and have a decent amount of sodium, so they might not be the best choice if you're watching your salt intake. But hey, they can definitely fit into a balanced diet if enjoyed in moderation — it's all about context!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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