Moser Roth

Orange and almond chocolate

Barcode 4088600132297

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Yes — Orange and almond chocolate is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including: natural orange flavouring (flavouring), emulsifier: lecithins (soya), and thickener: sodium alginate. These additives place the product in the ultra-processed category under NOVA, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

almonds (6%)
OK

concentrated orange juice (2%)
OK

apple purée

Puree made from apples, a simple fruit product that may be used as a base or sweetener in foods.
UPF

natural orange flavouring

Flavor extract derived from natural orange sources used to impart orange aroma and taste.
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

pineapple

A tropical fruit with a sweet, tart flavor and edible flesh. Commonly eaten fresh or used in cooking and beverages.
OK

thickener: sodium alginate
OK

citric acid

A naturally occurring weak organic acid used as an acidity regulator and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

vanilla extract

A traditional culinary extract derived from vanilla beans, used to impart vanilla flavor in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about Orange and almond chocolate

Is Orange and almond chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange and almond chocolate by Moser Roth is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including: natural orange flavouring (flavouring), emulsifier: lecithins (soya), and thickener: sodium alginate. These additives place the product in the ultra-processed category under NOVA, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Orange and almond chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Orange and almond chocolate as ultra-processed markers: natural orange flavouring, lecithin (soy). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Orange and almond chocolate?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Absolute Black Orange & Cocoa Nibs by Montezuma’s, Dark milk chocolate with blood orange by Marks & Spencer. 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?

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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.