Is Dairypak Ultra-Processed (UPF)?

Dairypak

Barcode 5011044001378

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — Dairypak is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, a highly refined and processed oil, plus mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, an emulsifier used in industrial formulations. It also contains potassium sorbate, a preservative classified as a UPF ingredient, and flavouring, an industrial flavour additive. These ingredients lead to its UPF classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetable oils (40%) (rapeseed oil)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

butter (24%) (milk)
OK

salt

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

emulsifier (mono and di-glycerides of fatty acids)
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
OK

flavouring (milk)
OK

colours (annato)
OK

curcumin

Active component of turmeric; a yellow pigment used as a spice and colorant.

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Common questions about Dairypak

Is Dairypak ultra-processed?

Yes — Dairypak by Dairypak is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, a highly refined and processed oil, plus mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, an emulsifier used in industrial formulations. It also contains potassium sorbate, a preservative classified as a UPF ingredient, and flavouring, an industrial flavour additive. These ingredients lead to its UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Dairypak are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Dairypak as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, potassium sorbate. 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.