Skippy

Extra Smooth

Barcode 037600106436

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Yes — Extra Smooth is ultra-processed.

The product contains hydrogenated palm oil, which is a highly processed industrial fat and explicitly classified here as an ultra-processed ingredient. Therefore the whole product is classified as UPF. Sugar also indicates industrial formulation, strengthening the UPF classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

roasted peanuts

Roasted peanuts (peanuts roasted until aromatic and lightly salted; commonly used as a snack or ingredient in confections and bars.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

hydrogenated palm oil

Palm oil that has been hydrogenated, a processing method that solidifies the fat and can involve industrial refinement.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Extra Smooth

Is Extra Smooth ultra-processed?

Yes — Extra Smooth by Skippy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains hydrogenated palm oil, which is a highly processed industrial fat and explicitly classified here as an ultra-processed ingredient. Therefore the whole product is classified as UPF. Sugar also indicates industrial formulation, strengthening the UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Extra Smooth are ultra-processed?

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

What are healthier alternatives to Extra Smooth?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Smooth Peanut Butter by meridian, Smooth 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.