Spicy Corn Snacks

Barcode 4059667390890

Yes — Spicy Corn Snacks is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include flavouring and paprika extract, which are industrial additives. It also contains yeast extract powder (a processed flavour enhancer) and acidity regulators (lactic acid, calcium lactate), further indicating industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

sugar

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

tapioca starch

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

yeast extract powder

Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

caramelised sugar

A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

chilli

Chilli (chili pepper) is a pungent fruit used to add heat and spice to dishes. It is a natural plant product and widely used as a basic food ingredient.
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

pimento powder
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

acidity regulators (lactic acid)
OK

calcium lactate

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Common questions about Spicy Corn Snacks

Is Spicy Corn Snacks ultra-processed?

Yes — Spicy Corn Snacks is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include flavouring and paprika extract, which are industrial additives. It also contains yeast extract powder (a processed flavour enhancer) and acidity regulators (lactic acid, calcium lactate), further indicating industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing.

Which ingredients in Spicy Corn Snacks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Spicy Corn Snacks as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract powder, flavouring, paprika 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?

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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.