Alter Eco

70% Ecuador organic dark chocolate

Barcode 3700214619254

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No — 70% Ecuador organic dark chocolate is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients: organic cocoa mass, organic cane sugar, and organic cocoa butter. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavorings, or other markers of ultra-processing under NOVA, so this chocolate is not classified as ultra-processed.

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Common questions about 70% Ecuador organic dark chocolate

Is 70% Ecuador organic dark chocolate ultra-processed?

No — 70% Ecuador organic dark chocolate by Alter Eco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients: organic cocoa mass, organic cane sugar, and organic cocoa butter. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavorings, or other markers of ultra-processing under NOVA, so this chocolate is not classified as ultra-processed.

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.