Walkers

Monster Munch Pickled Onion Snacks

Barcode 5000328531007

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Monster Munch Pickled Onion Snacks is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and flavor systems, including flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5-ribonucleotide), flavourings, hydrolysed soya protein, and sulphite ammonia caramel colouring, which place it in NOVA Group 4.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

pickled onion seasoning (flavourings)
OK

whey permeate (from milk)

Dairy-derived byproduct rich in lactose, used as an ingredient in food and beverage formulations.
OK

onion powder

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

sugar

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

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5-ribonucleotide)
OK

salt

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

garlic powder

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

hydrolysed soya protein (contains wheat)
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

colour (sulphite ammonia caramel). made in a factory that also handles: gluten
OK

barley

A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
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

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.

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Common questions about Monster Munch Pickled Onion Snacks

Is Monster Munch Pickled Onion Snacks ultra-processed?

Yes — Monster Munch Pickled Onion Snacks by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and flavor systems, including flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5-ribonucleotide), flavourings, hydrolysed soya protein, and sulphite ammonia caramel colouring, which place it in NOVA Group 4.

Which ingredients in Monster Munch Pickled Onion Snacks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Monster Munch Pickled Onion Snacks as an ultra-processed marker: 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.