Butterkist

Butterkist sweet popcorn

Barcode 5000237126967

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Butterkist sweet popcorn is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sunflower lecithins, which is an emulsifier/industrial additive used to modify texture and stability. Presence of any such additive makes the product UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

popped maize

Popped maize kernels (popcorn) that are puffed by heat; commonly eaten as a snack or used as an ingredient in cereals and snacks.
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

sunflower lecithin

A natural emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds; phospholipid extract used to improve texture and stability in foods.

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Common questions about Butterkist sweet popcorn

Is Butterkist sweet popcorn ultra-processed?

Yes — Butterkist sweet popcorn by Butterkist is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sunflower lecithins, which is an emulsifier/industrial additive used to modify texture and stability. Presence of any such additive makes the product UPF under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Butterkist sweet popcorn are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Butterkist sweet popcorn as an ultra-processed marker: sunflower lecithin. 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.