Ferrero

Raffaello

Barcode 4008400183022

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Yes — Raffaello is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and refined ingredients such as flavourings, emulsifier (lecithins), and refined vegetable fats (palm, shea), which fit NOVA Group 4 criteria.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

desiccated coconut

Dried, shredded coconut kernel used as a ingredient for desserts, baked goods and confections.
UPF

vegetable fats (palm, shea)

A blend of tropical vegetable fats, commonly used for baking and confectionery applications; includes palm oil and shea fat.
OK

sugar

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

almond

Tree-nut seed used as a snack or ingredient; provides fat, protein and texture.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

lecithin (soy)

Soy lecithin is a refined emulsifier extracted from soybeans, used to improve texture and mix ingredients. It is an extracted additive.
OK

sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)

A leavening agent that releases carbon dioxide when reacting with an acid in baking; commonly used in doughs and baked goods.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Raffaello

Is Raffaello ultra-processed?

Yes — Raffaello by Ferrero is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and refined ingredients such as flavourings, emulsifier (lecithins), and refined vegetable fats (palm, shea), which fit NOVA Group 4 criteria.

Which ingredients in Raffaello are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Raffaello as ultra-processed markers: vegetable fats (palm, shea), flavourings, lecithin (soy). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Raffaello?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including The Award Winning Selection by Booja-Booja. 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.