McCain

Crispy French Fries

Barcode 5010228001838

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Yes — Crispy French Fries is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to the NOVA classification, including modified starch (maize, tapioca), turmeric extract, and colour (paprika extract). These are industrially processed additives used for texture, stability, and colour rather than basic culinary purposes, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes 85.6%
OK

batter (_wheat_ flour (with calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin))
OK

modified starch (maize, tapioca)
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

salt

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

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
UPF

turmeric extract

A concentrated extract derived from the rhizome of turmeric (Curcuma longa), used as a spice/flavoring or functional ingredient in foods and supplements.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

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

sunflower oil 7%

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Common questions about Crispy French Fries

Is Crispy French Fries ultra-processed?

Yes — Crispy French Fries by McCain is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to the NOVA classification, including modified starch (maize, tapioca), turmeric extract, and colour (paprika extract). These are industrially processed additives used for texture, stability, and colour rather than basic culinary purposes, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Crispy French Fries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Crispy French Fries as ultra-processed markers: turmeric extract, 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.