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Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps by Walkers
Walkers

Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps

Barcode 5000328192871
Scanned  90  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations such as fructose (an isolated sugar), hydrolysed soya protein (a flavor enhancer), added flavourings, potassium chloride, and a firming agent (calcium chloride). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an ultra-processed product according to NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    potatoes
    Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (sunflower. rapeseed, in varying proportions)
  • OK
    seasoning (sugar, fructose)
  • OK
    buttermilk powder (contains _milk_)
  • OK
    dried soy sauce (_soya_ beans, wheat)
  • OK
    tomato powder
    Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • UPF
    hydrolyzed soy protein
    A plant-based protein obtained by hydrolyzing soy proteins into shorter peptides and amino acids, used as a flavor enhancer or texturizer in foods.
  • 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
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    dried parsley
    Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
  • OK
    chilli powder
    Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
  • 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 red peppers
    Dried peppers used as a spice or ingredient to add flavor and color. They are dehydrated vegetables.
  • OK
    paprika powder
    Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
  • UPF
    colour (paprika extract)
    Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    calcium chloride (firming agent)
    Calcium chloride is an edible salt used as a firming agent in canned vegetables, pickles, and various foods.

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Common questions about Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps

Is Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations such as fructose (an isolated sugar), hydrolysed soya protein (a flavor enhancer), added flavourings, potassium chloride, and a firming agent (calcium chloride). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an ultra-processed product according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps as ultra-processed markers: hydrolyzed soy protein, flavourings, colour (paprika extract). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Sensations Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Lightly Salted Potato chips by Kettle, Lightly sea salted by Sainsbury's, Furrows Sea Salted imp by Tyrrell’s. 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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