Proper

Sour Cream and Chive Flavour Lentil Chips

Barcode 5060283762229

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Sour Cream and Chive Flavour Lentil Chips is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes 'natural flavourings', which are industrially produced flavoring additives according to the NOVA criteria. The product is also a ready-to-eat savoury snack, which commonly falls into the ultra-processed category when such additives are present.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

lentil flour

A flour made from ground lentils, used as a gluten-free alternative or protein-rich ingredient in baking and cooking.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed, coconut)

A blend of refined oils from sunflower, rapeseed (canola), and coconut; used for cooking or formulation. Basic culinary oil blend.
OK

corn flour

A fine, white powder made from ground corn, used as a thickener in sauces, soups, and baking in some regions (note: in some countries corn flour refers to cornstarch).
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

salt

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

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

sugar

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

chives

A fresh herb with a mild onion-like flavor, commonly used as a seasoning or garnish.

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Common questions about Sour Cream and Chive Flavour Lentil Chips

Is Sour Cream and Chive Flavour Lentil Chips ultra-processed?

Yes — Sour Cream and Chive Flavour Lentil Chips by Proper is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes 'natural flavourings', which are industrially produced flavoring additives according to the NOVA criteria. The product is also a ready-to-eat savoury snack, which commonly falls into the ultra-processed category when such additives are present.

Which ingredients in Sour Cream and Chive Flavour Lentil Chips are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sour Cream and Chive Flavour Lentil Chips as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavourings. 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.