Eastmans

Eastmans sliced tikka chicken

Barcode 5057545864326

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Eastmans sliced tikka chicken is ultra-processed.

The product contains pentasodium triphosphate, an industrial stabiliser used to retain moisture and improve texture in processed meats. This additive makes the product ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like tomato paste, garlic paste, spices, and colours such as paprika extract and curcumin are not in themselves ultra-processed according to the given rules, but the presence of the stabiliser is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

chicken breast

A lean, boneless cut of chicken meat from the pectoral area; commonly used protein in cooking.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

garlic paste
OK

ginge paste
OK

space bran oil
UPF

yogurt powder (milk)

Dried yogurt powder derived from milk, used as a dairy ingredient in mixes and snacks.
OK

salt

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

stabiliser pentasodium triphosphate
OK

coriander seed powder
OK

garam masala [coriander seed powder
OK

cumin powder

Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
OK

ginger powder

Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.
OK

ground cinnamon

A finely ground spice obtained from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, with warm, sweet-aromatic flavor used for seasoning and baking.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

mace

The lacy aril (red covering) of the nutmeg seed, dried and ground for a warm, aromatic, spicy flavor.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
OK

star anise

A dried fruit of Illicium verum, used whole or ground as a spice and flavoring.
OK

turmeric powder

A bright-orange, finely ground spice from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor in many cuisines; commonly used in curry blends and as a seasoning.
OK

basil]
OK

coriander flake
OK

colours (paprika extract, curcumin). prepared from 104g of thai chicken breast per 100g of sliced tikka chicken. allergy advice for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. caution although every care has been taken to remove bones
OK

some may remain. storage keep refrigerated

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Common questions about Eastmans sliced tikka chicken

Is Eastmans sliced tikka chicken ultra-processed?

Yes — Eastmans sliced tikka chicken by Eastmans is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains pentasodium triphosphate, an industrial stabiliser used to retain moisture and improve texture in processed meats. This additive makes the product ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like tomato paste, garlic paste, spices, and colours such as paprika extract and curcumin are not in themselves ultra-processed according to the given rules, but the presence of the stabiliser is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Eastmans sliced tikka chicken are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Eastmans sliced tikka chicken as an ultra-processed marker: yogurt powder (milk). 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?

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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.