Aldi

Madagascan Vanilla Custard

Barcode 4061463533715

Yes — Madagascan Vanilla Custard is ultra-processed.

The product contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient. This alone is sufficient to classify the product as UPF. It also includes other additives such as colour: carotenes, which is an industrial additive, further supporting the UPF classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

sugar

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

cream (milk) (69%)
UPF

modified maize starch

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

madagascan vanilla extract (296)
OK

cream powder (milk)

Dried cream, a dairy product with fat and protein; a processed dairy ingredient used to impart creaminess in foods.
OK

colour: carotenes allergy advice:

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Common questions about Madagascan Vanilla Custard

Is Madagascan Vanilla Custard ultra-processed?

Yes — Madagascan Vanilla Custard by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient. This alone is sufficient to classify the product as UPF. It also includes other additives such as colour: carotenes, which is an industrial additive, further supporting the UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Madagascan Vanilla Custard are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Madagascan Vanilla Custard as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.