Cadbury

Dairy Milk Mousse

Barcode 4025500292744

Yes — Dairy Milk Mousse is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, including emulsifiers (E442, E471), modified maize starch, maltodextrin, stabiliser (E412), industrial vegetable fats including palm oil, and flavourings. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an industrial formulation.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

concentrated buttermilk
OK

sugar

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

cream

A dairy product consisting of the high-fat layer skimmed from milk; commonly used as a ingredient to add richness and fat to dishes.
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder from which most of the fat (cocoa butter) has been removed; used to add cocoa flavor with lower fat content.
OK

milk chocolate (5%) (milk, sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa mass, vegetable fats (palm, shea), emulsifier (e442), flavourings)
OK

inulin

A type of soluble fiber extracted from plants (often chicory). Used as a prebiotic and dietary fiber in foods.
OK

pork gelatin

Gelatin derived from pork collagen used as a gelling agent in foods like jellies, desserts, and confectionery.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
UPF

mono- and diglycerides (e471) emulsifier

Emulsifier derived from fatty acids (mono- and diglycerides) used to blend ingredients and improve texture in processed foods.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
UPF

caramelised sugar syrup

A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
OK

stabiliser (e412). may contain nuts. not suitable for vegetarians. use by: see top of pack. keep refrigerated. do not freeze

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Common questions about Dairy Milk Mousse

Is Dairy Milk Mousse ultra-processed?

Yes — Dairy Milk Mousse by Cadbury is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, including emulsifiers (E442, E471), modified maize starch, maltodextrin, stabiliser (E412), industrial vegetable fats including palm oil, and flavourings. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an industrial formulation.

Which ingredients in Dairy Milk Mousse are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Dairy Milk Mousse as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, mono- and diglycerides (e471) emulsifier, maltodextrin, caramelised sugar syrup. 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.