Pringles

Pringles Barbecue-Flavored Potato Crisps

Barcode 5053990161935

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Yes — Pringles Barbecue-Flavored Potato Crisps is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and flavoring ingredients: yeast extract and disodium 5'-ribonucleotides are flavor enhancers; flavourings and smoke flavourings are industrial flavoring agents; maltodextrin is an industrially processed carbohydrate; emulsifier E471 is an industrial emulsifier; and annatto norbixin is an extracted color additive. The product is also a ready-to-eat formulated snack made from dehydrated potatoes, flour, oil, and a complex barbecue seasoning.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

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

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

com fu e disodium 5-ribonucleotides
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
OK

paprika powder

Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
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

smoke flavourings
OK

cand colour (paprika extract)
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
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

salt

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

colour (annatto norbixin)

Color additive derived from annatto seeds, containing norbixin.
OK

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huile de fournesol
OK

farine de b e coût glutamate monosodique
OK

5'-ribonucleotide disodique
OK

tomate en poudre
OK

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Common questions about Pringles Barbecue-Flavored Potato Crisps

Is Pringles Barbecue-Flavored Potato Crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Pringles Barbecue-Flavored Potato Crisps by Pringles is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and flavoring ingredients: yeast extract and disodium 5'-ribonucleotides are flavor enhancers; flavourings and smoke flavourings are industrial flavoring agents; maltodextrin is an industrially processed carbohydrate; emulsifier E471 is an industrial emulsifier; and annatto norbixin is an extracted color additive. The product is also a ready-to-eat formulated snack made from dehydrated potatoes, flour, oil, and a complex barbecue seasoning.

Which ingredients in Pringles Barbecue-Flavored Potato Crisps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Pringles Barbecue-Flavored Potato Crisps as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, flavourings, maltodextrin, mono- and diglycerides (e471) emulsifier, colour (annatto norbixin). 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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