M&S Food

Chunk Smoked Haddock Chowder

Barcode 00894609

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Yes — Chunk Smoked Haddock Chowder is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive colour: e160b(ii), which is an industrially produced color additive, placing the product in the UPF category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

potatoes (17%)
OK

whole milk. smoked haddock (10%) (haddock (fish) (97%))
OK

colour: e160b(ii)
OK

salt

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

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

leek

A mild, elongated green vegetable with a white base used in many dishes.
OK

single cream

A light dairy cream with about 18–20% fat, commonly used in coffee or as a pouring cream in desserts.
OK

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
OK

sweetcorn

Sweetcorn (corn on the cob or kernels) is a basic vegetable/protein ingredient used in a wide range of dishes.
OK

cornflour

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

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

chives

A fresh herb with a mild onion-like flavor, commonly used as a seasoning or garnish.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.

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Common questions about Chunk Smoked Haddock Chowder

Is Chunk Smoked Haddock Chowder ultra-processed?

Yes — Chunk Smoked Haddock Chowder by M&S Food is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive colour: e160b(ii), which is an industrially produced color additive, placing the product in the UPF category according to NOVA.

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.