Walkers

Seriously Salt & Vinegar

Barcode 200010279

Yes — Seriously Salt & Vinegar is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients including flavouring, acid (citric acid), yeast extract, colour (paprika extract), sodium diacetate, maltodextrin, and barley malt extract, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes

Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
OK

vegetable oil (sunflower, rapeseed, in varying proportions)
OK

salt

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

vinegar seasoning (sugar)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

dried barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced from barley malt; a traditional condiment used for flavoring and preservation.
OK

dried spirit vinegar
OK

acid (sodium diacetate)
OK

potato maltodextrin
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
UPF

rosemary extract

Natural antioxidant derived from rosemary used as a flavor-preserving additive.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A water-soluble vitamin (vitamin C) used as an antioxidant and preservative in foods.
OK

malic acid

An organic acid used as a acidity regulator and flavouring component in foods; often derived from natural sources.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about Seriously Salt & Vinegar

Is Seriously Salt & Vinegar ultra-processed?

Yes — Seriously Salt & Vinegar by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients including flavouring, acid (citric acid), yeast extract, colour (paprika extract), sodium diacetate, maltodextrin, and barley malt extract, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Seriously Salt & Vinegar are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Seriously Salt & Vinegar as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, citric acid, yeast extract, colour (paprika extract), rosemary extract, Barley Malt Extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.