Howdah

Howdah Masala Dippers

Barcode 5060039156166

Yes — Howdah Masala Dippers is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palmolein oil, a highly refined palm oil product treated here as an ultra-processed industrial ingredient according to the given rules.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

palmolein oil
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

white sesame seeds

Tiny edible seeds rich in oil and flavor, used in cooking and as a topping or ingredient.
OK

red chili powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and color; a common culinary ingredient in many cuisines.
OK

cumin seeds

Flat, boat-shaped seeds from the cumin plant, offering a warm, earthy, citrusy aroma used in spice blends and cooking.
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.
UPF

asafoetida

A resinous spice derived from the Ferula plant, typically used in Indian cooking as a potent, sulfurous-smelling flavor enhancer often used in small amounts in spice blends and tempering oils.
OK

caraway seeds

Dried seeds of the Carum carvi plant, used as a warm, slightly citrusy spice in breads, sausages, and savory dishes.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Howdah Masala Dippers

Is Howdah Masala Dippers ultra-processed?

Yes — Howdah Masala Dippers by Howdah is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palmolein oil, a highly refined palm oil product treated here as an ultra-processed industrial ingredient according to the given rules.

Which ingredients in Howdah Masala Dippers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Howdah Masala Dippers as an ultra-processed marker: asafoetida. 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.