Lindt

Vegan smooth chocolate

Barcode 4000539140327

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Yes — Vegan smooth chocolate is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients/additives: maltodextrin (an industrially processed refined carbohydrate), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and natural flavourings. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

oat drink powder* (oat syrup (70%), maltodextrin)
OK

cocoa butter

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

cocoa mass

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

almonds

Edible seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree; mildly sweet, versatile in sweet and savory dishes, rich in healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients.
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 flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

*gluten free oat

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Common questions about Vegan smooth chocolate

Is Vegan smooth chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegan smooth chocolate by Lindt is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients/additives: maltodextrin (an industrially processed refined carbohydrate), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and natural flavourings. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Vegan smooth chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Vegan smooth chocolate as ultra-processed markers: Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), natural flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Vegan smooth chocolate?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Ombar by Ombar. 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?

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.