Chocolate Milk Drink

Barcode 29458226

Yes — Chocolate Milk Drink is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive gellan gum (a stabiliser) and flavouring, which are industrial additives characteristic of UPFs under NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

semi-skimmed milk

Milk with reduced fat content (typically around 1.5% fat). Used as a basic dairy ingredient in beverages and cooking.
OK

sugar

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

cocoa powder

Powdered product derived from roasted cocoa beans, typically unsweetened and used for flavoring and color in baking and desserts.
UPF

gellan gum

A hydrocolloid stabiliser used to thicken or set foods; a common food additive.
UPF

flavouring

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

Common questions about Chocolate Milk Drink

Is Chocolate Milk Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate Milk Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive gellan gum (a stabiliser) and flavouring, which are industrial additives characteristic of UPFs under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Chocolate Milk Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Chocolate Milk Drink as ultra-processed markers: gellan gum, 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.