Asda

Milk Chocolate Chips

Barcode 27258095

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Yes — Milk Chocolate Chips is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include emulsifier (soya lecithins) and flavouring, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and taste.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

cocoa mass

Cocoa mass (also called cacao mass or cocoa liquor) is the ground, roasted cacao beans resulting in a paste used to make chocolate. It consists of cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
UPF

soy lecithin

An emulsifier derived from soybeans used to stabilize mixtures and improve texture in foods.
UPF

flavouring

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

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Common questions about Milk Chocolate Chips

Is Milk Chocolate Chips ultra-processed?

Yes — Milk Chocolate Chips by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include emulsifier (soya lecithins) and flavouring, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and taste.

Which ingredients in Milk Chocolate Chips are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Milk Chocolate Chips as ultra-processed markers: soy lecithin, flavouring. 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.