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Pombears Original

Barcode 4008007017799

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Yes — Pombears Original is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and ingredients such as maize dextrin (a refined starch derivative), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), and emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
OK

sunflower oil

A basic culinary vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds, commonly used for frying, sautéing, and as a neutral cooking oil.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

maize dextrin

A refined carbohydrate derived from maize starch, used as a thickener or filler in processed foods; it is a processed starch derivative.
OK

sugar

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

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
UPF

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

A fat-based emulsifier made from glycerol and fatty acids; used to stabilize emulsions in baked goods and processed foods.
OK

paprika powder

Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.

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Common questions about Pombears Original

Is Pombears Original ultra-processed?

Yes — Pombears Original by pom-bear is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and ingredients such as maize dextrin (a refined starch derivative), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), and emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Pombears Original are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Pombears Original as ultra-processed markers: maize dextrin, yeast extract, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. 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.