Waitrose

Belgian Dark Chocolate

Barcode 5000169608043

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Yes — Belgian Dark Chocolate is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF due to the presence of emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), which is an industrial additive used to modify texture and is considered an ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cocoa mass

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

sugar

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

cocoa butter

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

emulsifier (sunflower lecithin) dark chocolate contains cocoa solids 54% minimum allergy advice: may contain milk and nuts storage: store closed in a cool dry place away from heat source and direct sunlight. vegetarian v typical values per per as sold 100g square energy kj 2218 399 energy kcal '533 96 fat 34.4g 6.2g recycle

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Common questions about Belgian Dark Chocolate

Is Belgian Dark Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Belgian Dark Chocolate by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF due to the presence of emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), which is an industrial additive used to modify texture and is considered an ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA classification.

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.