Lindt

Lindt Pistachio Dark Chocolate

Barcode 3046920023085

Yes — Lindt Pistachio Dark Chocolate is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. In particular: anhydrous milk fat (a refined dairy fraction), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and natural flavouring are all industrially processed additives used to modify texture, stability, and flavour. These ingredients classify the chocolate as an ultra-processed food, even though it also contains basic ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, pistachios, and salt.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

caramelised pistachios (10%) (pistachios, sugar, salt)
OK

cocoa butter

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

Anhydrous Milk Fat

Anhydrous milk fat is the fat derived from milk with the water and non-fat solids removed.
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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

fleur de sel (sea salt) (0.15%). may contain almonds
OK

hazelnuts

Edible nuts from Corylus trees, rich in fat, protein, and micronutrients; commonly roasted or eaten raw as a snack or used in baking and confectionery.
OK

other nuts

A general category for miscellaneous nuts not specified elsewhere; typically used as a culinary ingredient or snack.
OK

sesame seeds. dark chocolate contains: cocoa: 47% minimum. 2235 kj/

Common questions about Lindt Pistachio Dark Chocolate

Is Lindt Pistachio Dark Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Lindt Pistachio Dark Chocolate by Lindt is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. In particular: anhydrous milk fat (a refined dairy fraction), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and natural flavouring are all industrially processed additives used to modify texture, stability, and flavour. These ingredients classify the chocolate as an ultra-processed food, even though it also contains basic ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, pistachios, and salt.

Which ingredients in Lindt Pistachio Dark Chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Lindt Pistachio Dark Chocolate as ultra-processed markers: Anhydrous Milk Fat, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), natural 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.