Lay's

Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips

Barcode 0028400199612

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Yes — Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips is ultra-processed.

The product is UPF because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives and refined ingredients: dextrose and maltodextrin (industrially refined sugars/starches), natural flavors (industrial flavoring), caramel color (color additive), and yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF flavor enhancer). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate industrial formulation per NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

alcium d 10mg iron 0.6mg potassium 330mg vitamin c 0% 2% 6% 6% the % daily value (dv) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2
OK

000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. gredients: potatoes
OK

vegetable oil (canola, corn, oybean, and/or sunflower oil)
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

extrose
OK

maltodextrin (made from corn)
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

orula yeast
UPF

natural flavors

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to add or enhance aroma and taste; can include essential oils, extracts, or other natural flavor compounds.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

omato powder
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
OK

paprika xtracts
UPF

caramel color

A food coloring produced by controlled heating of carbohydrates with acids, alkalis, or ammonium compounds; used to impart brown color in many beverages and foods.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

garlic owder
OK

and mustard seed oil. to-lay
OK

inc. no
OK

tx 75024-4099 022 frito-lay north america
OK

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Common questions about Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips

Is Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips ultra-processed?

Yes — Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips by Lay's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is UPF because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives and refined ingredients: dextrose and maltodextrin (industrially refined sugars/starches), natural flavors (industrial flavoring), caramel color (color additive), and yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF flavor enhancer). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate industrial formulation per NOVA.

Which ingredients in Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips as ultra-processed markers: natural flavors, caramel color, yeast extract. 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.