Pringles

Texas BBQ Sauce

Barcode 5053990167982

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Yes — Texas BBQ Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), maltodextrin, emulsifier (E471/mono- and diglycerides), and flavourings/smoke flavourings, which fit NOVA criteria for UPFs.

Ingredients

No 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

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

barbecue seasoning (sugar, lactose (milk), salt, onion powder, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), tomato powder, paprika powder, yeast extract, flavourings, smoke flavourings, carob powder, acidity regulator (sodium diacetate), acids (malic acid, citric acid), garlic powder, sunflower oil, corn starch, colour (paprika extract), maltodextrin, maltodextrin, emulsifier (e471), salt, colour (annatto norbixin). may contain soy.)

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Common questions about Texas BBQ Sauce

Is Texas BBQ Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Texas BBQ Sauce by Pringles is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), maltodextrin, emulsifier (E471/mono- and diglycerides), and flavourings/smoke flavourings, which fit NOVA criteria for UPFs.

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.