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Real Hand cooked sweet chili Crisps

Barcode 5035336004021

Yes — Real Hand cooked sweet chili Crisps is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial flavoring additives. Specifically: "flavourings" (non-traditional added flavour additives) and yeast extract (a flavour enhancer) indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary ingredients, which meets NOVA criteria for UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes

Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
OK

vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower) in varying proportions
OK

sweet chilli flavour (sugar, yeast extract, salt, onion powder, tomato powder, garlic powder)
OK

spices (cayenne, white pepper, ginger, aniseed)
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

herbs (parsley, basil)
OK

jalapeno pepper powder
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
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.
UPF

paprika extract

A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.

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Common questions about Real Hand cooked sweet chili Crisps

Is Real Hand cooked sweet chili Crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Real Hand cooked sweet chili Crisps by Real is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial flavoring additives. Specifically: "flavourings" (non-traditional added flavour additives) and yeast extract (a flavour enhancer) indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary ingredients, which meets NOVA criteria for UPF.

Which ingredients in Real Hand cooked sweet chili Crisps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Real Hand cooked sweet chili Crisps as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, paprika 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?

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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.