schwartz

chilli packet

Barcode 5000225005816

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No — chilli packet is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (spices, dried vegetables, flours/starches, salt, sugar, and vitamin-fortified wheat flour). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

spices (chilli pepper (10%))
OK

dried onion

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

cumin (5%)
OK

paprika (5%)
OK

dried garlic

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

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

wheat flour

A basic fortified cereal flour enriched with minerals and B vitamins.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.

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Common questions about chilli packet

Is chilli packet ultra-processed?

No — chilli packet by schwartz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (spices, dried vegetables, flours/starches, salt, sugar, and vitamin-fortified wheat flour). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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.