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chicken soup dumplings

Barcode 5060960662941

Yes — chicken soup dumplings is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of ultra-processing, including yeast extract and maltodextrin (both pre-identified UPF ingredients). Additional markers of ultra-processing include gelling agent agar and isolated soya bean protein, which are extracted/isolated components rather than whole foods. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary use and indicate an industrial formulation.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

chicken

Raw or cooked chicken meat; common protein source in dishes.
OK

chicken broth (17%) (water, chicken bones, gelling agent: agar; spring onion, soy sauce [water, soya bean, wheat, salt)
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

shiitake mushroom

A commonly used edible mushroom, either fresh or dried, with rich umami flavor; a natural, minimally processed ingredient.
OK

salt

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

star anise

A dried fruit of Illicium verum, used whole or ground as a spice and flavoring.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

onion

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

spring onion (5%)
OK

wood ear mushroom
OK

soya bean protein
OK

soya bean oil
OK

soy sauce (water, soya bean, wheat, salt)
OK

sugar

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

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

chicken fat

Rendered fat from chicken, a basic culinary fat used for cooking and adding richness.
OK

chicken powder
OK

wheat

A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
OK

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.

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Common questions about chicken soup dumplings

Is chicken soup dumplings ultra-processed?

Yes — chicken soup dumplings by itsu is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of ultra-processing, including yeast extract and maltodextrin (both pre-identified UPF ingredients). Additional markers of ultra-processing include gelling agent agar and isolated soya bean protein, which are extracted/isolated components rather than whole foods. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary use and indicate an industrial formulation.

Which ingredients in chicken soup dumplings are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in chicken soup dumplings as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, 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.