Terry’s

Chocolate Orange

Barcode 3664346348706

Yes — Chocolate Orange is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA. The ingredient list is valid. It contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: vegetable fats (palm, shea), which are highly refined industrial fats; emulsifiers (soya lecithins, e476), which are industrial additives used to modify texture and stability; and flavouring, an industrially formulated additive. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

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

cocoa butter

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

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

whey powder (from milk)

Dairy-derived powder from whey, containing lactose, proteins and minerals; common protein supplement and ingredient in dairy products.
UPF

vegetable fats (palm, shea)

A blend of tropical vegetable fats, commonly used for baking and confectionery applications; includes palm oil and shea fat.
OK

milk fat

Dairy fat from milk, a basic culinary fat used in dairy products and cooking.
UPF

emulsifiers (soy lecithins, e476)

A blend of emulsifying additives including soy lecithin (food-grade phospholipids) and E476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate), used to improve texture and stability in foods.
OK

orange oil

Essential oil derived from orange peels used for flavor; highly concentrated aroma compound.
UPF

flavouring

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

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Common questions about Chocolate Orange

Is Chocolate Orange ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate Orange by Terry’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA. The ingredient list is valid. It contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: vegetable fats (palm, shea), which are highly refined industrial fats; emulsifiers (soya lecithins, e476), which are industrial additives used to modify texture and stability; and flavouring, an industrially formulated additive. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Chocolate Orange are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Chocolate Orange as ultra-processed markers: vegetable fats (palm, shea), emulsifiers (soy lecithins, e476), 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.