Hotel Chocolat

Batons 100% Dark Ecuador

Barcode 5055365683660

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

No — Batons 100% Dark Ecuador is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are only cocoa mass and cocoa butter (plus may-contain allergens), with no additives, refined syrups, or industrial processing aids typical of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cocoa solids (cocoa mass, cocoa butter). dark chocolate contains minimum 100% cocoa solids. may contain tree nuts
OK

peanuts

A legume commonly eaten roasted or ground into peanut butter; a common basic ingredient in foods.
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

soy

Legume seed used for its beans; common in soy products and as a source of protein and oil.
OK

gluten

A protein composite found in wheat and other cereals; used as a binding agent in doughs and baked goods.
OK

wheat

A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
OK

egg

Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
OK

sesame. suitable for vegetarians and vegans. alcohol free

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Common questions about Batons 100% Dark Ecuador

Is Batons 100% Dark Ecuador ultra-processed?

No — Batons 100% Dark Ecuador by Hotel Chocolat is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are only cocoa mass and cocoa butter (plus may-contain allergens), with no additives, refined syrups, or industrial processing aids typical of 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.