Fry's

Turkish Delight

Barcode 50201105

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Turkish Delight is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid and includes several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA: glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugar syrup), skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), palm oil (highly refined oil, pre-identified UPF ingredient), emulsifier (e6442), gelling agent pectins, firming agents (E450, E509), sequestrants (E452, E341), and flavourings (pre-identified UPF ingredient). The presence of these industrial formulations and cosmetic additives classifies the product as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

sugar

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

water

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

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

cocoa mass

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

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

whey permeate powder (from milk)

A dairy-derived powder consisting mainly of lactose and minerals from whey; used as a food ingredient or functional additive.
OK

pectin (gelling agent)

Pectin is a natural polysaccharide extracted from fruits, used as a gelling and thickening agent in jams, jellies, and desserts.
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

milk fat

Dairy fat from milk, a basic culinary fat used in dairy products and cooking.
OK

firming agents (e450)
OK

e509
OK

sequestrants (e452)
OK

e341
OK

colours (beetroot red, carotenes)
OK

emulsifier (6442)
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.

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Common questions about Turkish Delight

Is Turkish Delight ultra-processed?

Yes — Turkish Delight by Fry's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid and includes several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA: glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugar syrup), skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), palm oil (highly refined oil, pre-identified UPF ingredient), emulsifier (e6442), gelling agent pectins, firming agents (E450, E509), sequestrants (E452, E341), and flavourings (pre-identified UPF ingredient). The presence of these industrial formulations and cosmetic additives classifies the product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Turkish Delight are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Turkish Delight as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, palm oil, flavourings. 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.