Kettle

Kettle Sweet chili and sour cream

Barcode 5017764901233

Yes — Kettle Sweet chili and sour cream is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and natural flavouring, an industrially produced flavor additive. These additives make the overall product ultra-processed 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

dri skimmed milk
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; natura flavouring
OK

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
OK

dried lemon. *in varying proportions. note: product may be fried in either of the oils listed or a blend may be used dependant on availability of supply

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Common questions about Kettle Sweet chili and sour cream

Is Kettle Sweet chili and sour cream ultra-processed?

Yes — Kettle Sweet chili and sour cream by Kettle is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and natural flavouring, an industrially produced flavor additive. These additives make the overall product ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Kettle Sweet chili and sour cream are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Kettle Sweet chili and sour cream as an ultra-processed marker: yeast 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.