M&S, M&S Food, Swiss Chocolatier

Swiss chocolate

Barcode 00434102

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Swiss chocolate is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains arôme, an industrial flavoring additive that classifies the food as UPF under NOVA. Other ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, almonds, honey, and egg white powder are not necessarily UPF on their own, but the presence of arôme makes the overall product ultra-processed.

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Common questions about Swiss chocolate

Is Swiss chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Swiss chocolate by M&S, M&S Food, Swiss Chocolatier is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains arôme, an industrial flavoring additive that classifies the food as UPF under NOVA. Other ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, almonds, honey, and egg white powder are not necessarily UPF on their own, but the presence of arôme makes the overall product ultra-processed.

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.