Walkers

Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps

Barcode 5000328490557

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Yes — Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients: fructose (an industrially refined sugar), hydrolysed soya protein (a flavor enhancer produced by industrial hydrolysis), unspecified flavourings (industrial flavorings), and potassium chloride (a mineral salt substitute). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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
OK

salt

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

firming agent (calcium chloride). thai sweet chilli seasoning contains: sugar
OK

fructose

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

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Common questions about Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps

Is Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Thai Sweet Chilli Crisps by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients: fructose (an industrially refined sugar), hydrolysed soya protein (a flavor enhancer produced by industrial hydrolysis), unspecified flavourings (industrial flavorings), and potassium chloride (a mineral salt substitute). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in 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 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.