Tesco

Orange Dark Chocolate

Barcode 5059697726699

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Yes — Orange Dark Chocolate is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, specifically emulsifier (lecithins) and flavouring. These are characteristic UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification. While other ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, and orange oil are basic culinary ingredients, the presence of emulsifiers and added flavouring means the overall product is UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa mass**+
OK

cocoa butter

A fat pressed from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, confectionery and cosmetics; solid at room temperature.
OK

orange oil

Essential oil derived from orange peels used for flavor; highly concentrated aroma compound.
UPF

lecithin (emulsifier)

Emulsifier derived from plant or animal sources used to stabilize mixtures in foods.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Orange Dark Chocolate

Is Orange Dark Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange Dark Chocolate by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, specifically emulsifier (lecithins) and flavouring. These are characteristic UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification. While other ingredients like sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, and orange oil are basic culinary ingredients, the presence of emulsifiers and added flavouring means the overall product is UPF.

Which ingredients in Orange Dark Chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Orange Dark Chocolate as ultra-processed markers: lecithin (emulsifier), flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Orange Dark Chocolate?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Absolute Black Orange & Cocoa Nibs by Montezuma’s, Dark milk chocolate with blood orange by Marks & Spencer. 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.