Walkers

Cheese and onion

Barcode 0000200003086

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Cheese and onion is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the cheese & onion seasoning contains industrial additives and processed ingredients, including unspecified flavouring, whey powder, lactose, whey protein, and added colours. Unspecified “flavouring” indicates industrial flavour formulations beyond basic culinary ingredients, which fits NOVA’s ultra-processed criteria.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes

Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
OK

vegetable oil blend (sunflower and rapeseed)

A blend of edible vegetable oils derived from sunflower and rapeseed, used as a cooking fat.
OK

cheese & onion seasoning [onion powder
OK

whey powder (from milk)

Dairy-derived powder from whey, containing lactose, proteins and minerals; common protein supplement and ingredient in dairy products.
UPF

flavouring

Flavouring preparation containing milk derivatives; used to impart taste without a specific food form.
OK

lactose

A natural disaccharide sugar derived from milk; one of the basic sugars present in dairy products.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
UPF

whey protein (from milk)

A protein supplement derived from milk, obtained through processing to concentrate protein.
UPF

cheese powder (from milk)

Powdered cheese product made from milk; a processed dairy ingredient often used for flavoring and color in snacks and sauces.
OK

acidity regulators (citric acid, malic acid)
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

colours (annatto bixin, paprika extract)]

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Common questions about Cheese and onion

Is Cheese and onion ultra-processed?

Yes — Cheese and onion by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the cheese & onion seasoning contains industrial additives and processed ingredients, including unspecified flavouring, whey powder, lactose, whey protein, and added colours. Unspecified “flavouring” indicates industrial flavour formulations beyond basic culinary ingredients, which fits NOVA’s ultra-processed criteria.

Which ingredients in Cheese and onion are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Cheese and onion as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, whey protein (from milk), cheese powder (from milk). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.