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Baked Sea Salt

Barcode 5000328015927

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Yes — Baked Sea Salt is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: emulsifier (lecithins), flavourings, and the colour additive annatto norbixin. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato flakes

Dried flakes of potato used as a base pantry ingredient or as a thickener in soups and mashed potato preparations.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

sugar

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

lecithin (emulsifier)

Emulsifier derived from plant or animal sources used to stabilize mixtures in foods.
OK

sea salt seasoning (sea salt, salt)
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

sunflower oil

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

colour (annato norbixin)

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Common questions about Baked Sea Salt

Is Baked Sea Salt ultra-processed?

Yes — Baked Sea Salt by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: emulsifier (lecithins), flavourings, and the colour additive annatto norbixin. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Baked Sea Salt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Baked Sea Salt as ultra-processed markers: lecithin (emulsifier), flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Baked Sea Salt?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Seabrook sea salt by Seabrook, Lightly Salted Potato chips by Kettle, Ready Salted Crisps by Tesco Finest. 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?

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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.

Baked Sea Salt

Ingredients

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Baked Sea Salt

Is Baked Sea Salt ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Baked Sea Salt are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Baked Sea Salt?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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