Soya Protein Pieces

Barcode 5056053310820

Yes — Soya Protein Pieces is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as natural flavouring, malted barley extract, maltodextrin and paprika extract, which are used for flavour enhancement, texture, and color rather than basic culinary purposes.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein (89%)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

soya bean oil
OK

demerara sugar

Demerara sugar is a coarse-grained brown sugar derived from the cane sugar refining process.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

barley malt vinegar powder
UPF

malted barley extract

A concentrated extract from malted barley, used as a brewing adjunct or flavoring. It may be used in foods and drinks for sweetness or malt flavor.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

soy sauce powder
OK

salt

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

soybean

A legume native to East Asia; edible seeds used for oil, tofu, soy products, and animal feed.
OK

wheat

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

tomato powder

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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.

Common questions about Soya Protein Pieces

Is Soya Protein Pieces ultra-processed?

Yes — Soya Protein Pieces is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as natural flavouring, malted barley extract, maltodextrin and paprika extract, which are used for flavour enhancement, texture, and color rather than basic culinary purposes.

Which ingredients in Soya Protein Pieces are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Soya Protein Pieces as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, malted barley extract, maltodextrin, paprika extract. 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?

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.