Marks & Spencer

Sea salt & vinegar crisps

Barcode 29214303

Yes — Sea salt & vinegar crisps is ultra-processed.

Contains yeast extract (a flavor enhancer) and dried barley malt vinegar, which is an industrially processed extract, making the product ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes vegetable oil (rapeseed oil, sunflower oil) gluten free dried barley malt vinegar* sea salt yeast extract - acids: citric acid
OK

malic acid

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

tartaric acid - sugar

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Common questions about Sea salt & vinegar crisps

Is Sea salt & vinegar crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Sea salt & vinegar crisps by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains yeast extract (a flavor enhancer) and dried barley malt vinegar, which is an industrially processed extract, making the product ultra-processed 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.