Metcalfe's

Metcalfe's Ricecakes Milk Chocolate

Barcode 5017764000738

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Yes — Metcalfe's Ricecakes Milk Chocolate is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (soya lecithin) and natural vanilla flavouring, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and flavor, placing it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

UPF

milk chocolate 60%

A confectionery chocolate containing sugar, cocoa butter and whole milk powder; a processed sweet made from cacao solids and dairy ingredients.
OK

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
UPF

emulsifier

Food additive consisting of soya lecithin as an emulsifier and natural vanilla flavouring; used to improve texture and aroma in products.
OK

rice cake

A snack made from wholegrain brown rice; relatively simple, minimally processed cereal-based product.
OK

rice

A basic staple grain consumed worldwide, used in a wide range of dishes.

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Common questions about Metcalfe's Ricecakes Milk Chocolate

Is Metcalfe's Ricecakes Milk Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Metcalfe's Ricecakes Milk Chocolate by Metcalfe's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (soya lecithin) and natural vanilla flavouring, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and flavor, placing it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Metcalfe's Ricecakes Milk Chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Metcalfe's Ricecakes Milk Chocolate as ultra-processed markers: milk chocolate 60%, emulsifier. 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.