Snack a Jacks

Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack

Barcode 5000328250687

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Yes — Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product contains the compound ingredient "salt and vinegar flavour [flavourings, acid (citric acid), vinegar powder, acidity regulator (potassium citrates)]", which is pre-identified as UPF and includes industrial flavourings and an acidity regulator. These additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like rice, maize, sugar, salt, citric acid, potassium chloride, vinegar powder, and sunflower oil are not themselves UPF under the given rules, but the presence of flavourings and acidity regulator is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

rice

A basic staple grain consumed worldwide, used in a wide range of dishes.
OK

maize

Dried maize grain with the germ removed; a basic cereal ingredient used as a staple. Not considered ultra-processed when used in its simple, unmodified form.
UPF

salt and vinegar flavouring

Seasoning blend consisting of salt with vinegar flavorings; often includes added flavoring agents. Considered a processed seasoning rather than a basic single-ingredient food.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
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.
UPF

vinegar powder

A dehydrated powder form of vinegar, produced by removing water from vinegar typically with added carriers for dry formulation. Used as a tangy seasoning or flavoring.
UPF

potassium citrate (acidity regulator)

A food additive used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent; a salt of citric acid that helps maintain pH and improve texture in processed foods.
OK

sunflower oil

A basic vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds, widely used for cooking and in food formulations.
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

soy

Legume seed used for its beans; common in soy products and as a source of protein and oil.
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

Seed or prepared paste used as a spice or condiment; commonly made from mustard seeds.

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Common questions about Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack

Is Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack ultra-processed?

Yes — Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack by Snack a Jacks is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product contains the compound ingredient "salt and vinegar flavour [flavourings, acid (citric acid), vinegar powder, acidity regulator (potassium citrates)]", which is pre-identified as UPF and includes industrial flavourings and an acidity regulator. These additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like rice, maize, sugar, salt, citric acid, potassium chloride, vinegar powder, and sunflower oil are not themselves UPF under the given rules, but the presence of flavourings and acidity regulator is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack as ultra-processed markers: salt and vinegar flavouring, citric acid, vinegar powder, potassium citrate (acidity regulator). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Salt & Vinegar Flavour Crispy Rice and Corn Snack?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sea Salt flavour pea and bean sticks by Off The Eaten Path, Mini Popadoms by Waitrose. 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.