Potato Snack

Barcode 00385701

Yes — Potato Snack is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include maltodextrin, yeast extract, garlic extract, and onion extract, which are industrially processed additives used for flavouring and texture, making the product a UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato (45%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

wheat flour (with calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamine)
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

salt

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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as an acidity regulator and flavoring in foods.
OK

pepper

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
OK

onion powder

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

sugar

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

cider vinegar

Fermented apple cider turned into a sour, acidic liquid used for dressings and as a flavoring.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
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

caramelised sugar

A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.
UPF

garlic extract

A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.
UPF

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.

Common questions about Potato Snack

Is Potato Snack ultra-processed?

Yes — Potato Snack is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include maltodextrin, yeast extract, garlic extract, and onion extract, which are industrially processed additives used for flavouring and texture, making the product a UPF under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Potato Snack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Potato Snack as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, yeast extract, garlic extract, onion 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.