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Prawn Cocktail Flavour by Pringles
Pringles

Prawn Cocktail Flavour

Barcode 5053990167739
Scanned  23  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Prawn Cocktail Flavour is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA. In particular, palm oil, modified maize starch, dextrose, yeast extract (all pre-identified UPF ingredients), as well as glucose syrup, maltodextrin, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), emulsifier (E471), artificial flavourings, and other industrial additives make this clearly an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

11 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.
  • UPF
    palm oil
    A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
  • OK
    corn oil
    A basic vegetable oil pressed from corn kernels used for frying or cooking; a common culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
  • OK
    corn flour
    A fine, white powder made from ground corn, used as a thickener in sauces, soups, and baking in some regions (note: in some countries corn flour refers to cornstarch).
  • 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 seasoning (sugar)
  • OK
    acidity regulator (sodium diacetate)
  • UPF
    monosodium glutamate
    A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
  • OK
    potassium chloride
    Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
  • OK
    tomato powder
    Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
  • UPF
    modified maize starch
    A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • 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
    citric acid
    A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
  • OK
    _barley_ malt vinegar
  • OK
    skimmed milk powder
    Dehydrated milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient in foods and beverages.
  • 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
    glucose syrup
    A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    _milk_ proteins
  • UPF
    colour (paprika extract)
    Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
  • 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.
  • UPF
    colour (annatto norbixin)
    Color additive derived from annatto seeds, containing norbixin.

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Common questions about Prawn Cocktail Flavour

Is Prawn Cocktail Flavour ultra-processed?

Yes — Prawn Cocktail Flavour by Pringles is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA. In particular, palm oil, modified maize starch, dextrose, yeast extract (all pre-identified UPF ingredients), as well as glucose syrup, maltodextrin, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), emulsifier (E471), artificial flavourings, and other industrial additives make this clearly an ultra-processed food.

Which ingredients in Prawn Cocktail Flavour are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 11 ingredients in Prawn Cocktail Flavour as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, monosodium glutamate, modified maize starch, dextrose, flavourings, yeast extract, glucose syrup, colour (paprika extract), 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.

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