Milk Chocolate

Barcode 5060837390021

Yes — Milk Chocolate is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural vanilla flavouring, which is an added flavouring produced through industrial processing according to the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa butter

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

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.
OK

natural vanilla flavouring

Natural vanilla flavoring used to impart vanilla aroma in foods; typically derived from vanilla beans.
OK

contains minimum 43% cocoa solids
OK

minimum 19% milk solids

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Common questions about Milk Chocolate

Is Milk Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Milk Chocolate is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural vanilla flavouring, which is an added flavouring produced through industrial processing according to the NOVA system.

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.