Barbecue Chicken Pieces

Barcode 4335619227217

Yes — Barbecue Chicken Pieces is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including dextrose, modified maize starch, stabiliser (E451), black pepper extract, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), sodium lactate, and barbecue flavour with added preservative (E202) and unspecified flavouring. These are industrial additives and refined ingredients used for preservation, texture, and flavour enhancement, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken

A basic animal protein used in many dishes; commonly sold as fresh or processed meat.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

sodium lactate

A salt of lactic acid used as a food ingredient for acidity regulation and moisture retention.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

modified maize starch

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

barbecue flavour (contains preservative e202, flavouring)
UPF

triphosphates stabiliser (e451)

Stabiliser consisting of phosphate compounds (triphosphates) used to improve texture, moisture retention and stability in processed foods.
OK

tapioca starch

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

sugar

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

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.
OK

smoked salt

Salt cured with smoke, often infused with smoky flavor. Used as a seasoning.
UPF

sodium ascorbate

Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods; a salt form of vitamin C.

Common questions about Barbecue Chicken Pieces

Is Barbecue Chicken Pieces ultra-processed?

Yes — Barbecue Chicken Pieces is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including dextrose, modified maize starch, stabiliser (E451), black pepper extract, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), sodium lactate, and barbecue flavour with added preservative (E202) and unspecified flavouring. These are industrial additives and refined ingredients used for preservation, texture, and flavour enhancement, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Barbecue Chicken Pieces are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Barbecue Chicken Pieces as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, modified maize starch, triphosphates stabiliser (e451), black pepper extract, sodium ascorbate. 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.