Chickpea Snack

Barcode 5059604694646

Yes — Chickpea Snack is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including yeast extract, maltodextrin, natural flavouring, and paprika extract. These are industrially processed flavor enhancers and additives, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

chickpeas (58%)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

spices (3.2%)
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
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.
UPF

natural flavouring

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

paprika extract

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

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Common questions about Chickpea Snack

Is Chickpea Snack ultra-processed?

Yes — Chickpea Snack is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including yeast extract, maltodextrin, natural flavouring, and paprika extract. These are industrially processed flavor enhancers and additives, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Chickpea Snack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Chickpea Snack as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, maltodextrin, natural flavouring, 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.