popchips

popped potato snacks

Barcode 5000237139394

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Yes — popped potato snacks is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several UPF ingredients, including yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient used as a flavour enhancer), maltodextrin (an industrially produced refined carbohydrate), and natural flavourings. These additives and industrial ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

potato starch

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

sour cream & onion flavour [dried sour cream (milk)
OK

dried onion

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

sugar

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
OK

dried whey (milk)

Powdered whey, the liquid whey component dried for use as a dairy protein and flavoring in foods.
OK

dried garlic

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

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

salt

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

natural flavourings (contain milk)
OK

citric acid

A naturally occurring weak organic acid used as an acidity regulator and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

dried parsley]
OK

salt. for allergens see ingredients in bold

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Common questions about popped potato snacks

Is popped potato snacks ultra-processed?

Yes — popped potato snacks by popchips is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several UPF ingredients, including yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient used as a flavour enhancer), maltodextrin (an industrially produced refined carbohydrate), and natural flavourings. These additives and industrial ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in popped potato snacks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in popped potato snacks as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, maltodextrin. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to popped potato snacks?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sea Salt Lentil Chips by Proper, Lentil Chips by Eat Real. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.