Marks & Spencer, Simply M&S

Peanut butter crunchy

Barcode 00819060

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Yes — Peanut butter crunchy is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains palm oil (huile de palme), which is a highly processed refined oil considered ultra-processed in the NOVA framework used here, even though the other ingredients are basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

arachides (91%)
OK

sunflower oil

A common vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds, used for cooking and frying; a basic culinary oil.
UPF

palm oil

A basic edible oil derived from palm fruit; widely used cooking oil and refined/processed.
OK

sucre de canne
OK

sea salt

Crystalline mineral salt harvested from seawater, used to season foods.

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Common questions about Peanut butter crunchy

Is Peanut butter crunchy ultra-processed?

Yes — Peanut butter crunchy by Marks & Spencer, Simply M&S is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains palm oil (huile de palme), which is a highly processed refined oil considered ultra-processed in the NOVA framework used here, even though the other ingredients are basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Peanut butter crunchy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Peanut butter crunchy as an ultra-processed marker: palm oil. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Peanut butter crunchy?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Crunchy Peanut Butter by Meridian, Meridian Foods, Crunchy peanut butter by Pip & Nut. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.