Krombacher pils

Barcode 4008287058628

No — Krombacher pils is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic brewing ingredients: water, barley malt, hops, and hop extract. These are traditional brewing components without industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or refined syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

barley malt

Barley malt is a grain product produced from germinated barley that has been dried. It is commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring and as a source of fermentable sugars in brewing and baking.
OK

hops

The flowers of the hop plant used to impart bitterness, aroma, and stability to beer.
UPF

hop extract

A concentrated extract derived from hops, used for bitterness and aroma in beer and other products. It is a processed ingredient.

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Common questions about Krombacher pils

Is Krombacher pils ultra-processed?

No — Krombacher pils is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic brewing ingredients: water, barley malt, hops, and hop extract. These are traditional brewing components without industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or refined syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Krombacher pils are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Krombacher pils as an ultra-processed marker: hop extract. 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?

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.