Valley Spire

Smoky cheddar with paprika dusting

Barcode 4056489711483

Scanned 8 times by Nomi users

Yes — Smoky cheddar with paprika dusting is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains smoke flavouring, which is an industrial flavour additive used to impart smoky taste and falls under the NOVA definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cheddar cheese

A traditional cheese produced from cow's milk; a basic dairy product not considered ultra-processed.
UPF

smoke flavouring

A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.

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Common questions about Smoky cheddar with paprika dusting

Is Smoky cheddar with paprika dusting ultra-processed?

Yes — Smoky cheddar with paprika dusting by Valley Spire is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains smoke flavouring, which is an industrial flavour additive used to impart smoky taste and falls under the NOVA definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

Which ingredients in Smoky cheddar with paprika dusting are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Smoky cheddar with paprika dusting as an ultra-processed marker: smoke flavouring. 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.