Walkers

crinkles simply salted potato chips

Barcode 5000328024165

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No — crinkles simply salted potato chips is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains potatoes, basic vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed), salt, and simple antioxidants (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid, tocopherol-rich extract, citric acid). These are basic culinary ingredients or simple extracts/antioxidants, and there are no industrial sweeteners, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other ultra-processed additives. Therefore, according to the provided NOVA-based rules, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes

Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
OK

vegetable oils (sunflowe rapeseed, in varying proportions)
OK

salt

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

antioxidants (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid tocopherol rich extract, citric acid). allergy advice may contain: milk
OK

wheat

A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
OK

gluten

A protein composite found in wheat and other cereals; used as a binding agent in doughs and baked goods.
OK

barley

A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
OK

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
OK

mustard

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.

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Common questions about crinkles simply salted potato chips

Is crinkles simply salted potato chips ultra-processed?

No — crinkles simply salted potato chips by Walkers is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains potatoes, basic vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed), salt, and simple antioxidants (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid, tocopherol-rich extract, citric acid). These are basic culinary ingredients or simple extracts/antioxidants, and there are no industrial sweeteners, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other ultra-processed additives. Therefore, according to the provided NOVA-based rules, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

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.