Chocolate Wafer Bar

Barcode 3013291095393

Yes — Chocolate Wafer Bar is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including glucose syrup, emulsifiers (soya lecithin) and flavouring, as well as industrial vegetable fats/oils and whey powder used in confectionery. These additives and industrial ingredients classify it as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

milk chocolate (43%) (sugar, cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, skimmed milk powder, lactose, whey powder, vegetable fats, emulsifier: lecithins (soya), vanilla extract)
OK

wafer (56%) (wheat flour, sugar, vegetable oils, raising agents: sodium bicarbonate, ammonium bicarbonate, salt, emulsifier: lecithins (soya))
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

vegetable oil

A basic culinary oil extracted from various plant sources used for cooking and frying.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

cocoa solids

The non-fat cocoa component derived from cocoa beans used to impart chocolate flavor and color.
OK

whey powder

Powder derived from whey, the liquid byproduct of cheese production, rich in whey proteins and commonly used as a protein supplement or functional ingredient.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
UPF

Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin)

Soya lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to improve the texture and shelf life of food products.
UPF

flavouring

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

salt

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

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Common questions about Chocolate Wafer Bar

Is Chocolate Wafer Bar ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate Wafer Bar is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including glucose syrup, emulsifiers (soya lecithin) and flavouring, as well as industrial vegetable fats/oils and whey powder used in confectionery. These additives and industrial ingredients classify it as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Chocolate Wafer Bar are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Chocolate Wafer Bar as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, Emulsifier (Soya 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.