MACCHERONI N°44 - European Score 100/100

European Score analysis

Barilla's Maccheroni N°44 earns a European Score of 100, with strong contributions from company headquarters (35) and manufacturing (35), the latter reflecting production sites in Greece and Italy. Distribution contributes 15 points, proximity adds 5, and ingredients score 10, while no certifications are recorded beyond a vegetarian label. The product is sold across Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands, demonstrating wide pan-European distribution.

In the macaroni category, this product ranks at the 84th percentile, meaning it outscores 84% of the 25 products assessed — a strong relative position. Barilla is an Italian company with deep roots in European pasta manufacturing, and the dual production locations within the EU reinforce the product's European credentials.

For a European-minded shopper, the score reflects a product whose entire production chain — from corporate ownership to raw material origin in Italy to manufacturing within the EU — sits firmly within Europe. The absence of an organic or protected designation label means the certifications component is zero, which marginally limits differentiation from top-certified alternatives. Nevertheless, the broad distribution footprint and consistent manufacturing presence across multiple EU countries make this a reliable and well-documented European product. Shoppers who prioritise keeping their purchasing power within the European economy will find this pasta a straightforward and transparently sourced choice.