Crunchy Mint dark chocolate

Barcode 1230000097031

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No — Crunchy Mint dark chocolate is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients (organic cocoa mass, unrefined coconut sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa nibs, mint oil) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cocoa mass

Cocoa mass is the solid portion of cacao beans after roasting and grinding, used as a primary chocolate ingredient.
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organic unrefined coconut sugar

A natural sugar derived from the sap of coconut palms; a traditional sweetener with a rich caramel-like flavor.
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cocoa butter

Cocoa butter is the natural fat extracted from cacao beans, used for texture and richness in chocolate and baked goods.
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organic cocoa nibs

Cocoa nibs are crushed roasted cocoa beans, used as a chocolate flavor component in foods; organic certification indicates it is grown without synthetic pesticides.
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organic mint oil

Food-grade oil extracted from organic mint leaves, used as a flavoring agent in ingredients and prepared foods.

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Common questions about Crunchy Mint dark chocolate

Is Crunchy Mint dark chocolate ultra-processed?

No — Crunchy Mint dark chocolate by Hu is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients (organic cocoa mass, unrefined coconut sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa nibs, mint oil) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing under 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.