Ritter SPORT

MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN

Barcode 4000417025005

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Yes — MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as invert sugar syrup (an industrially processed inverted sugar), emulsifier (soy lecithins), humectant (invertase), and natural flavouring. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and industrial formulations makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though it also contains basic ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, almonds, and cocoa butter.

Ingredients

2 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

almonds (16%)
OK

cocoa butter

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

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

emulsifier (lecithins (soy))
OK

humectant (invertase)
UPF

natural flavouring

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

may contain traces of peanuts
OK

other nuts

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

gluten

A protein composite found in wheat and other cereals; used as a binding agent in doughs and baked goods.
OK

milk and egg

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Common questions about MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN

Is MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN ultra-processed?

Yes — MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN by Ritter SPORT is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as invert sugar syrup (an industrially processed inverted sugar), emulsifier (soy lecithins), humectant (invertase), and natural flavouring. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and industrial formulations makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though it also contains basic ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, almonds, and cocoa butter.

Which ingredients in MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN as ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup, natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to MARZIPAN DARK CHOCOLATE WITH MARZIPAN?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Ombar fondant truffé noisette by Ombar, Deliciously dark smooth hazelnut by Divine. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.