Deluxe

Spanish Cheese & Green Olive Tortilla Chips

Barcode 4335619071506

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Yes — Spanish Cheese & Green Olive Tortilla Chips is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and flavour enhancers, specifically dried yeast extract and flavouring, which are characteristic UPF ingredients in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

maize flour

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

vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower)

A blend of vegetable oils derived from rapeseed and sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying.
OK

lactose (milk)

A disaccharide derived from lactose in milk, commonly used as a dairy-derived additive or ingredient.
OK

2% dried green olives
OK

sea salt

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

sugar

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

dried yeast extract

A concentrated savory extract derived from yeast, used as a flavor enhancer with a strong umami profile (similar to Marmite or Vegemite). It is produced by concentrating yeast autolyzates and is considered an ultra-processed extract.
OK

dried milk (milk powder)

Milk powder produced by drying milk, a processed dairy product.
OK

dried buttermilk

A dehydrated dairy product derived from cultured buttermilk, used as a milk powder for flavor and texture in foods.
OK

dried coriander

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum) used as a spice for flavoring; a single-ingredient dried herb.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
UPF

flavouring

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

lactic acid

An organic acid used to regulate acidity and add a sour taste in foods.
OK

calcium lactate
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

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OK

9% dried manchego cheese (milk)
OK

9% extra virgin olive oil
OK

allergy advice

Common questions about Spanish Cheese & Green Olive Tortilla Chips

Is Spanish Cheese & Green Olive Tortilla Chips ultra-processed?

Yes — Spanish Cheese & Green Olive Tortilla Chips by Deluxe is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and flavour enhancers, specifically dried yeast extract and flavouring, which are characteristic UPF ingredients in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Spanish Cheese & Green Olive Tortilla Chips are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Spanish Cheese & Green Olive Tortilla Chips as ultra-processed markers: dried yeast extract, 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?

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.