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Chocolate Melts

Barcode 5010029227116

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Yes — Chocolate Melts is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: glucose syrup and maltodextrin (industrially extracted sugars), sunflower lecithin (emulsifier), flavouring (industrial flavour additive), and inulin used as a processed functional ingredient. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients per NOVA and classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

wholegrain wheat flour (45%)
OK

milk chocolate filling (sunflower oil)
OK

sugar

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

milk chocolate (5.5%) (cocoa mass, whole milk powder, fat reduced cocoa powder*, sugar)
OK

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.
OK

inulin

A type of soluble fiber extracted from plants (often chicory). Used as a prebiotic and dietary fiber in foods.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder with reduced fat content, used as a flavoring ingredient.
UPF

sunflower lecithin

Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

tocopherols (vitamin e)

A group of vitamin E compounds used as antioxidants to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

wheat bran

Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
OK

malted barley flour

Flour milled from malted barley, a basic cereal ingredient used in baking and brewing.
OK

salt

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

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

riboflavin (b2)

Vitamin B2 used as a fortifying nutrient in foods; a natural component of some ingredients and commonly added in fortification.
OK

thiamin (vitamin b1)

A water-soluble B vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production and nervous system function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or nutrient in foods.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.

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Common questions about Chocolate Melts

Is Chocolate Melts ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate Melts by Weetabix is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: glucose syrup and maltodextrin (industrially extracted sugars), sunflower lecithin (emulsifier), flavouring (industrial flavour additive), and inulin used as a processed functional ingredient. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients per NOVA and classify the product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Chocolate Melts are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Chocolate Melts as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, sunflower lecithin, flavouring, tocopherols (vitamin e), maltodextrin. 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.