Doritos

Doritos Cool Original 180g

Barcode 5000328028613

Yes — Doritos Cool Original 180g is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations. These include flavouring (contains milk), glucose syrup, milk protein, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotide), and complex antioxidant preparations (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid, tocopherol rich extract, citric acid). Such ingredients are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, going beyond basic culinary components.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

corn / maize

A basic grain used as a staple food. The term corn (maize) refers to the edible grain of Zea mays.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

flavouring

Flavouring preparation containing milk derivatives; used to impart taste without a specific food form.
UPF

acidity regulators (malic acid, sodium acetates, citric acid)

A group of acidity regulators used to adjust pH and acidity in foods. Malic acid, sodium acetates, and citric acid are common food additives.
OK

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleo - tide)
OK

sugar

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

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
UPF

cheese powder (from milk)

Powdered cheese product made from milk; a processed dairy ingredient often used for flavoring and color in snacks and sauces.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

milk protein

Protein derived from milk (e.g., whey or casein); a processed isolated protein ingredient.
OK

colour (annatto bixin)]
UPF

antioxidants (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid, tocopherol rich extract, citric acid)

A mixture of antioxidant additives including rosemary extract, ascorbic acid, tocopherol-rich extract, and citric acid used to prevent oxidation in foods.

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Common questions about Doritos Cool Original 180g

Is Doritos Cool Original 180g ultra-processed?

Yes — Doritos Cool Original 180g by Doritos 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. These include flavouring (contains milk), glucose syrup, milk protein, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotide), and complex antioxidant preparations (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid, tocopherol rich extract, citric acid). Such ingredients are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, going beyond basic culinary components.

Which ingredients in Doritos Cool Original 180g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Doritos Cool Original 180g as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, acidity regulators (malic acid, sodium acetates, citric acid), glucose syrup, cheese powder (from milk), milk protein, antioxidants (rosemary extract, ascorbic acid, tocopherol rich extract, citric acid). 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.