Deluxe

Mature cheddar & red onion

Barcode 20453930

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Mature cheddar & red onion is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes maltodextrin and natural flavouring, which are industrially processed additives. Maltodextrin is an extracted, refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or carrier, and natural flavouring is an industrial flavour formulation; either is sufficient to classify the product as UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

63% potatoes
OK

30% high oleic sunflower oil
OK

7% mature cheddar
OK

red onion flavour seasoning (dried whey permeate ( milk ), dried onion, salt, dried buttermilk , yeast extracts, maltodextrin, natural flavouring, dried parsley, dried red onion, dried mature cheddar ( milk ), paprika extract)

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Common questions about Mature cheddar & red onion

Is Mature cheddar & red onion ultra-processed?

Yes — Mature cheddar & red onion by Deluxe is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes maltodextrin and natural flavouring, which are industrially processed additives. Maltodextrin is an extracted, refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or carrier, and natural flavouring is an industrial flavour formulation; either is sufficient to classify the product as UPF 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.