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Caramel Choc Bar

Barcode 5010775200661

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Yes — Caramel Choc Bar is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives including invert sugar syrup, glucose syrup, inulin, emulsifier (lecithins), flavourings, and refined shea oil, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa butter

Cocoa butter is the fat extracted from cocoa beans, used to give chocolate its texture and smooth mouthfeel; also used in some confectionery and cosmetics. It is a basic fat with low water content.
UPF

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

rice powder (dried rice 28.5g 16.6g syrup, rice starch, rice flour)
OK

cocoa mass

Cocoa mass (also called cacao mass or cocoa liquor) is the ground, roasted cacao beans resulting in a paste used to make chocolate. It consists of cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
OK

inulin

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

shea oil

Oil pressed from shea nuts; a basic vegetable oil used in cooking and formulation.
OK

vegetable glycerol

A humectant derived from glycerol used to retain moisture in foods; a simple, single-ingredient food additive.
OK

61.6g glucose syrup
UPF

lecithin (emulsifier)

Emulsifier derived from plant or animal sources used to stabilize mixtures in foods.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

flavourings. *rainforest alliance certified. 39.3g find out more at ra.org. suitable for people with milk
OK

egg

Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
OK

gluten

A protein composite found in wheat and other cereals; used as a binding agent in doughs and baked goods.
OK

87mg peanut and tree nut allergy

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Caramel Choc Bar

Is Caramel Choc Bar ultra-processed?

Yes — Caramel Choc Bar by Nomo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives including invert sugar syrup, glucose syrup, inulin, emulsifier (lecithins), flavourings, and refined shea oil, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Which ingredients in Caramel Choc Bar are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Caramel Choc Bar as ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup, lecithin (emulsifier). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Caramel Choc Bar?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Choc Brownie Natural Protein Bar by TRIBE. 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.