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Chai Relax

Barcode 5032558000381

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No — Chai Relax is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists only of herbs, spices, and a natural flavoring oil (cassia oil). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or other ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

cardamom

A small aromatic seed (or pod) used as a spice with a strong, sweet, floral and citrusy aroma.
OK

rooibos
OK

vanilla

A spice/flavoring derived from the vanilla bean (Vanilla planifolia), used to impart a warm, sweet aroma and taste in foods and desserts.
OK

chicory root
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clove
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

cassia oil

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Common questions about Chai Relax

Is Chai Relax ultra-processed?

No — Chai Relax by Tick Tock is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists only of herbs, spices, and a natural flavoring oil (cassia oil). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or other ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

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.