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Vanilla Chai

Barcode 0850835000726

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Yes — Vanilla Chai is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains industrial flavoring: “vanilla flavour (5%)”, which is an added flavouring ingredient rather than whole vanilla or vanilla extract.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cinnamon bark (40%)
OK

ginger root
OK

licorice root
OK

sweet fennel seed
OK

cardamom pod
OK

vanilla flavour (5%)
OK

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

fennel

A flavorful, aromatic herb with feathery leaves and a bulbous base, used as an herb or vegetable in cooking.

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Common questions about Vanilla Chai

Is Vanilla Chai ultra-processed?

Yes — Vanilla Chai by pukka is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains industrial flavoring: “vanilla flavour (5%)”, which is an added flavouring ingredient rather than whole vanilla or vanilla extract.

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.