Extra Special, Asda Extra Special

Madagascan Dark Chocolate

Barcode 5054781841210

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No — Madagascan Dark Chocolate is not ultra-processed.

The product contains cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, and vanilla extract, which are basic culinary ingredients. Vanilla extract is a traditional extract and not considered an ultra-processed additive under the given rules. No industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings are present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

vanilla extract (with cocoa solids)

A vanilla extract that also contains cocoa solids; used as a flavoring; may contain traces of nuts and milk.

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Common questions about Madagascan Dark Chocolate

Is Madagascan Dark Chocolate ultra-processed?

No — Madagascan Dark Chocolate by Extra Special, Asda Extra Special is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, and vanilla extract, which are basic culinary ingredients. Vanilla extract is a traditional extract and not considered an ultra-processed additive under the given rules. No industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings are present.

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.