Kellogg's

Choco Pops Cereals

Barcode 5059319021218

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Yes — Choco Pops Cereals is ultra-processed.

Contains clearly ultra-processed ingredients/additives including glucose syrup (an industrially refined sugar) and natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient). Therefore, the product is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (72%)
OK

sugar

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

chocolate powder (10%) (sugar, cocoa powder)
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder from which most of the fat (cocoa butter) has been removed; used to add cocoa flavor with lower fat content.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

salt

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

natural flavouring

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

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
OK

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
OK

vitamin b12. for allergens see ingredients highlighted in bold. may contain gluten from other cereals

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Common questions about Choco Pops Cereals

Is Choco Pops Cereals ultra-processed?

Yes — Choco Pops Cereals by Kellogg's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains clearly ultra-processed ingredients/additives including glucose syrup (an industrially refined sugar) and natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient). Therefore, the product is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4).

Which ingredients in Choco Pops Cereals are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Choco Pops Cereals as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Choco Pops Cereals?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Choco hoops by Marks & Spencer, M&S, Organic Chocolate Stars by Freee. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.