Grenade

Grenade Caramel Chaos

Barcode 5060221201391

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Yes — Grenade Caramel Chaos is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including flavourings, emulsifier: soy lecithin, sweeteners (maltitol, xylitol, sucralose), polydextrose, gelatine hydrolysate, palm fat, and soy oil. These are industrial formulations and additives, so the bar is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

milk protein (calcium caseinate (milk), milk protein isolate, whey protein isolate [milk])
OK

milk chocolate with sweetener (18%) (sweetener: maltitol: cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, emulsifier: soy lecithin; flavourings)
OK

bulking agent: polydextrose; gelatine hydrolysate
OK

humectant: glycerol; soy protein
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

soy oil
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

sweeteners: xylitol
OK

sucralose; skimmed milk 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

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

salt

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

soy lecithin (emulsifier)

An emulsifier derived from soy used to improve texture and stability in foods.

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Common questions about Grenade Caramel Chaos

Is Grenade Caramel Chaos ultra-processed?

Yes — Grenade Caramel Chaos by Grenade is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including flavourings, emulsifier: soy lecithin, sweeteners (maltitol, xylitol, sucralose), polydextrose, gelatine hydrolysate, palm fat, and soy oil. These are industrial formulations and additives, so the bar is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Grenade Caramel Chaos are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Grenade Caramel Chaos as ultra-processed markers: palm fat, flavourings, soy lecithin (emulsifier). 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?

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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.