Marks & Spencer

Gigantic Milk Chocolate Buttons

Barcode 00808446

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — Gigantic Milk Chocolate Buttons is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains lecithin (an emulsifier) and vanilla flavouring, which are industrial additives according to the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
OK

whole milk powder

Dried dairy product obtained by removing water from milk; used as a basic ingredient in dairy powders and chocolate formulations.
OK

cocoa butter

Fat extracted from cacao beans; a basic fat used in chocolate making and confectionery.
OK

cocoa mass

Pure cocoa solids and cocoa butter mixture used as a primary chocolate ingredient; a basic, natural component.
UPF

soy lecithin (emulsifier)

An extracted emulsifier derived from soy used to stabilize emulsions in foods; considered an additive.
UPF

vanilla flavoring

A flavoring substance used to impart vanilla aroma and taste in foods. Often an artificial or natural flavoring not sold as a standalone ingredient.

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Common questions about Gigantic Milk Chocolate Buttons

Is Gigantic Milk Chocolate Buttons ultra-processed?

Yes — Gigantic Milk Chocolate Buttons by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains lecithin (an emulsifier) and vanilla flavouring, which are industrial additives according to the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Gigantic Milk Chocolate Buttons are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Gigantic Milk Chocolate Buttons as ultra-processed markers: soy lecithin (emulsifier), vanilla flavoring. 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.