M&S FOOD

FRENCH FRIES

Barcode 00585798

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Yes — FRENCH FRIES is ultra-processed.

Contains dextrose and stabiliser (xanthan gum), which are ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, so the overall product is UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes 88%
OK

sunflower oil

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

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

cornflour

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

broad bean flour
OK

salt

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

stabiliser (xanthan gum)

Xanthan gum, a thickening agent used as a stabiliser.

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Common questions about FRENCH FRIES

Is FRENCH FRIES ultra-processed?

Yes — FRENCH FRIES by M&S FOOD is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains dextrose and stabiliser (xanthan gum), which are ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, so the overall product is UPF.

Which ingredients in FRENCH FRIES are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in FRENCH FRIES as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, stabiliser (xanthan gum). 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.