Marks & Spencer

Choco pops

Barcode 29309184

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — Choco pops is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup (an industrially extracted sugar), emulsifier E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), flavouring (industrial flavoring agents), and barley malt extract (an industrial flavor enhancer). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

rice

A basic staple grain consumed worldwide, used in a wide range of dishes.
OK

sugar

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

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

cocoa powder

A fine powder made from roasted cacao beans, used to impart rich chocolate flavor and color in foods.
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder from which most of the fat (cocoa butter) has been removed; used to add cocoa flavor with lower fat content.
OK

_barley_ malt extract (contains gluten)
OK

salt

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

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (e471)

An emulsifier derived from fats that helps blend ingredients and improve texture in baked goods, spreads, and confectionery.
UPF

flavouring

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

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

pantothenic acid

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B5) used as a nutrient fortifier or dietary supplement in fortified foods and supplements.
OK

riboflavin

Riboflavin (vitamin B2), a common fortifying nutrient in foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
OK

vitamin b12

A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Choco pops

Is Choco pops ultra-processed?

Yes — Choco pops by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup (an industrially extracted sugar), emulsifier E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), flavouring (industrial flavoring agents), and barley malt extract (an industrial flavor enhancer). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Choco pops are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Choco pops as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (e471), 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.