Schwartz, Schwartz Air-Fry

Air-Fry Charred Turkish BBQ Seasoning

Barcode 5000225066022

Yes — Air-Fry Charred Turkish BBQ Seasoning is ultra-processed.

Contains natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient) and maltodextrin, an industrially processed refined starch derivative used as a filler/carrier. These additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA, even though the base ingredients (spices, rice flour, salt, tomato, oregano, sugar cane fibre, citric acid) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

spices (ground sumac (9%), paprika, dried garlic, dried onion, black pepper, ground cumin, ground turmeric)
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

salt

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

dried tomato (10%)
OK

oregano (3%)
OK

sugar cane fibre
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

smoked maltodextrin

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Common questions about Air-Fry Charred Turkish BBQ Seasoning

Is Air-Fry Charred Turkish BBQ Seasoning ultra-processed?

Yes — Air-Fry Charred Turkish BBQ Seasoning by Schwartz, Schwartz Air-Fry is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient) and maltodextrin, an industrially processed refined starch derivative used as a filler/carrier. These additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA, even though the base ingredients (spices, rice flour, salt, tomato, oregano, sugar cane fibre, citric acid) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Air-Fry Charred Turkish BBQ Seasoning are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Air-Fry Charred Turkish BBQ Seasoning as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, natural flavouring. 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.