Prawn cocktail

Pringles

Barcode 5053990158034

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Pringles is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the prawn cocktail seasoning contains several industrial ingredients and additives: flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), modified maize starch, dextrose, glucose syrup, maltodextrin, flavourings, and emulsifier (e741). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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dehydrated potatoes

Powdery or granulated dried potatoes obtained by removing water, used as a base or extender in snacks and mixes.
OK

sunflower oil

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

wheat flour. corn flour
OK

rice flour

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

prawn cocktail seasonig (sugar, acidity regulator [sodium diacetate], flavour enhancer [monosodium glutamate], potassium chloride, tomato powder, modified maize starch, spices, sunflower oil, dextrose, falovourings, acid [citric acid], barley malt vinegar, skimmed milk powder, yeast-extract, glucose syrup, salt, milk proteins, colour [paprika extract] maltodextrin, emulsifier (e741), salt, colour (annato norbixin))

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Common questions about Pringles

Is Pringles ultra-processed?

Yes — Pringles by Prawn cocktail is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the prawn cocktail seasoning contains several industrial ingredients and additives: flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), modified maize starch, dextrose, glucose syrup, maltodextrin, flavourings, and emulsifier (e741). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

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.