Snack a Jacks

Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g

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Yes — Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and added flavourings (natural flavourings, chocolate flavour [flavourings]). These additives and refined ingredients place it in the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wholegrain rice (29%)
OK

maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
OK

milk chocolate pieces (11%) [sugar
OK

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.
OK

cocoa butter

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

cocoa mass

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

whey powder and lactose (from milk)
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin)

Soya lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to improve the texture and shelf life of food products.
OK

natural flavourings]
OK

sugar

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

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

cocoa powder

Powdered product derived from roasted cocoa beans, typically unsweetened and used for flavoring and color in baking and desserts.
OK

chocolate flavour [flavourings
OK

milk derivatives
OK

molasses

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

burnt sugar syrup]
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.

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Common questions about Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g

Is Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g ultra-processed?

Yes — Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g by Snack a Jacks is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and added flavourings (natural flavourings, chocolate flavour [flavourings]). These additives and refined ingredients place it in the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Which ingredients in Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g as ultra-processed markers: Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), glucose-fructose syrup. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Snacks a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes 180g?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Milk Chocolate Rice Cakes imp by Kallo. 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.