Tortilla chips

Barcode 5060367450943

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Yes — Tortilla chips is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients: maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), flavor enhancers (glutamate, disodium guanylate, disodium inosinate), “barbecue flavor” and “smoke aroma” (industrial flavorings), and refined glucose. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

corn tortilla chips barbecue flavor: corn (69%)
OK

sunflower oil

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

barbecue flavor [flavor
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

salt

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

sucrose

Common table sugar; a basic single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

flavor enhancers (glutamate, disodium guanylate and disodium inosinate)
OK

glucose

A simple monosaccharide (basic sugar) commonly used as a sweetener and energy source in foods.
OK

acidifier (citric acid)
OK

coloring (paprika extract) and smoke aroma. may contain traces of milk

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Common questions about Tortilla chips

Is Tortilla chips ultra-processed?

Yes — Tortilla chips is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients: maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), flavor enhancers (glutamate, disodium guanylate, disodium inosinate), “barbecue flavor” and “smoke aroma” (industrial flavorings), and refined glucose. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Tortilla chips are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Tortilla chips as an ultra-processed marker: maltodextrin. 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.