Cadbury

Instant Hot Chocolate

Barcode 5034660021667

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Yes — Instant Hot Chocolate is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial ingredients and additives typical of NOVA group 4, including glucose syrup (an industrial sugar), palm vegetable fats/oils, emulsifiers (E442, E471), thickeners (E466), stabiliser (E339), anti-caking agent (E551), and flavourings. Additionally, pre-identified UPF ingredients skimmed milk powder and flavourings are present, which by definition make the product UPF.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

whey powder (from milk)

Dairy-derived powder from whey, containing lactose, proteins and minerals; common protein supplement and ingredient in dairy products.
OK

fat reduced cocoa powder (13 %)
UPF

glucose syrup

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

vegetable fats (coconut, palm)
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

milk chocolate (4 %) (milk, sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, vegetable fats (palm, shea), emulsifier (e442), flavourings)
OK

thickener (e466)
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

milk protein

Protein derived from milk (e.g., whey or casein); a processed isolated protein ingredient.
OK

anti-caking agent (e551)
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.
OK

acidity regulator (sodium carbonate)
UPF

mono- and diglycerides (e471) emulsifier

Emulsifier derived from fatty acids (mono- and diglycerides) used to blend ingredients and improve texture in processed foods.
OK

stabiliser (e339)

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Common questions about Instant Hot Chocolate

Is Instant Hot Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Instant Hot Chocolate by Cadbury is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial ingredients and additives typical of NOVA group 4, including glucose syrup (an industrial sugar), palm vegetable fats/oils, emulsifiers (E442, E471), thickeners (E466), stabiliser (E339), anti-caking agent (E551), and flavourings. Additionally, pre-identified UPF ingredients skimmed milk powder and flavourings are present, which by definition make the product UPF.

Which ingredients in Instant Hot Chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Instant Hot Chocolate as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, milk protein, flavourings, mono- and diglycerides (e471) 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.