Savory Pea Crisps

Barcode 5060040251874

Yes — Savory Pea Crisps is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract and flavouring, which are industrially processed additives used for flavor enhancement according to the NOVA system. These additives make the overall product an ultra-processed food, even though many other ingredients (potato starch, rice flour, peas, spices, herbs, sunflower oil, etc.) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

A fine, white powder extracted from potatoes, used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

rice flour

Finely ground rice used as a gluten-free flour in baking and cooking.
OK

peas

Dried or fresh peas used as a vegetable ingredient; a legume that can also be milled into flour.
OK

potato powder

Dehydrated, finely ground potato used as a dry ingredient and flavor base in baking and convenience foods.
OK

broad bean powder

Powdered broad beans (fava beans) used as a protein-rich flour alternative in gluten-free and plant-based recipes.
OK

yellow pea flour

Ground yellow split peas used as a gluten-free flour for baking, binding, and protein enrichment; the “(8%)” indicates additional percentage content but does not change its basic ingredient.
OK

onion powder

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

yeast extract

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

spices including paprika

A blend of ground spices featuring paprika as a principal component. Commonly used to season dishes, often with a mix of pepper, cumin, garlic, and other spices.
OK

sugar

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

flavouring

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

salt

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

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

sunflower oil

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

rice flour

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

Common questions about Savory Pea Crisps

Is Savory Pea Crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Savory Pea Crisps is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract and flavouring, which are industrially processed additives used for flavor enhancement according to the NOVA system. These additives make the overall product an ultra-processed food, even though many other ingredients (potato starch, rice flour, peas, spices, herbs, sunflower oil, etc.) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Savory Pea Crisps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Savory Pea Crisps as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, flavouring. 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.