Kellogg's, Rice Krispies

kelloggs rice crispies

Barcode 5000127660069

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Yes — kelloggs rice crispies is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains multiple ultra-processed components and additives, including flavourings (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, fructose, oligofructose, humectants (glycerol, sorbitol), emulsifier (soy lecithin), and highly processed palm and palm kernel oils. These ingredients are industrial formulations/additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

kellogg's toasted rice cereal (28%)(rice, sugar, salt, barley malt flavouring, niacin, iron, vitamin b6, vitamin b2(riboflavin), vitamin b1(thiamin), folic acid, vitamin d, vitamin b12)
OK

sweetened condensed skimmed milk (13%) (skimmed milk)
OK

sugar

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

vegetable oils(palm, palm kernel, coconut) in varying proportions
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
UPF

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

dried skimmed milk(5.5%)
OK

fructose

A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
UPF

oligofructose

A short-chain fructooligosaccharide used as a sweetener or fiber additive; an isolated carbohydrate produced industrially.
OK

humectants(glycerol, sorbitol)
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

milk whey powder

Powdered whey derived from milk used as a dairy ingredient.
OK

emulsifier(soy lecithin)
OK

antioxidants(ascorbyl palmitate, alpha tocopherol)
OK

acidity regulator(diphosphates)
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.

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Common questions about kelloggs rice crispies

Is kelloggs rice crispies ultra-processed?

Yes — kelloggs rice crispies by Kellogg's, Rice Krispies is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains multiple ultra-processed components and additives, including flavourings (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, fructose, oligofructose, humectants (glycerol, sorbitol), emulsifier (soy lecithin), and highly processed palm and palm kernel oils. These ingredients are industrial formulations/additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in kelloggs rice crispies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in kelloggs rice crispies as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, oligofructose, flavourings. 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?

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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.