Walkers

Walkers Sensations 5pk

Barcode 5000328204048

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Yes — Walkers Sensations 5pk is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the seasoning contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including fructose (an isolated sugar syrup), flavourings, and hydrolysed soya protein (a flavour enhancer). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes

Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
OK

vegetable oil blend (sunflower and rapeseed)

A blend of edible vegetable oils derived from sunflower and rapeseed, used as a cooking fat.
OK

thai sweet chilli seasoning [sugar
OK

fructose

A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
OK

buttermilk powder (from milk)
OK

dried soy sauce (contains soya, wheat) 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

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.
OK

dried red chilli
OK

garlic powder

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

dried tomato

Dehydrated tomato fruit, used as a seasoning or ingredient; provides tomato flavor with extended shelf life.
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

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.
OK

paprika extract

Natural coloring derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange color in foods.
OK

firming agent (calcium lactate)
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 Walkers Sensations 5pk

Is Walkers Sensations 5pk ultra-processed?

Yes — Walkers Sensations 5pk by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the seasoning contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including fructose (an isolated sugar syrup), flavourings, and hydrolysed soya protein (a flavour enhancer). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Walkers Sensations 5pk are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Walkers Sensations 5pk as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, hydrolyzed soy 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.