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Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream by Kettle
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Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream

Barcode 5017764130787
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient) and natural flavouring, both of which are industrially processed additives according to NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    select potatoes
  • OK
    vegetable oils (rapeseed oil, sunflower oil)*
  • OK
    sweet chilli and sour cream seasoning (sugar)
  • OK
    dried sour cream (milk)
  • OK
    dried skimmed milk
    Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
  • OK
    dried yoghurt (milk)
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • OK
    dried onion
    Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • OK
    dried chilli
  • OK
    dried red pepper
  • OK
    ground paprika
    A ground spice made from dried peppers, used for color and flavor.
  • OK
    acidity regulator: citric acid; natural flavouring
  • OK
    dried garlic
    Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
  • OK
    dried lemon
    Dried lemon is lemon fruit or zest that has been dehydrated to remove moisture, concentrating flavor and aroma. Often used to add citrus notes in cooking and baking.

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Common questions about Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream

Is Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream ultra-processed?

Yes — Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream by Kettle is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient) and natural flavouring, both of which are industrially processed additives according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Kettle Chips Sweet Chilli and Sour Cream?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Lightly Salted Potato chips by Kettle, Anglesey sea salt crisps by Pipers, Walkers Ready Salted Crisps 6pk by Walkers. 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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