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Tesco Mini Poppadoms

Barcode 5051898984533

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No — Tesco Mini Poppadoms is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is simple and composed of basic culinary ingredients: gram flour, sunflower oil, salt, a simple raising agent (calcium oxide), and rice flour. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, isolated industrial sugars, or refined/hydrogenated specialty fats. Therefore, according to NOVA, this product would not be classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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gram flour

A fine flour made from ground dried chickpeas (garbanzo beans), used in gluten-free and traditional dishes.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

salt

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

raising agent (calcium oxide)
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.

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Common questions about Tesco Mini Poppadoms

Is Tesco Mini Poppadoms ultra-processed?

No — Tesco Mini Poppadoms by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is simple and composed of basic culinary ingredients: gram flour, sunflower oil, salt, a simple raising agent (calcium oxide), and rice flour. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, isolated industrial sugars, or refined/hydrogenated specialty fats. Therefore, according to NOVA, this product would not be classified as ultra-processed.

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.