Asda

Intense Orange Dark Chocolate

Barcode 5063089519813

Yes — Intense Orange Dark Chocolate is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives: glucose-fructose syrup, dextrose, and emulsifier (soya lecithins). These are extracted/industrial additives typical of NOVA ultra-processed foods. All are used within the candied orange peel or as an emulsifier in the chocolate. Even though the base ingredients (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, orange peel, lemon juice, vanilla extract) are not UPF by themselves, the presence of these UPF additives makes the overall product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa mass

Cocoa mass (also called cacao mass or cocoa liquor) is the ground, roasted cacao beans resulting in a paste used to make chocolate. It consists of cocoa solids and cocoa butter.
OK

cocoa butter

Cocoa butter is the fat extracted from cocoa beans, used to give chocolate its texture and smooth mouthfeel; also used in some confectionery and cosmetics. It is a basic fat with low water content.
OK

candied orange peel

Candied citrus peel sweetened and preserved, typically eaten as a snack or used in baking. Contains peel of orange, often sugary coating.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

lemon juice from concentrate]
UPF

soy lecithin

An emulsifier derived from soybeans used to stabilize mixtures and improve texture in foods.
OK

orange oil

Essential oil derived from orange peels used for flavor; highly concentrated aroma compound.
OK

vanilla extract with cocoa solids 52% minimum

Vanilla extract with added cocoa solids; may include rainforest alliance certification and allergen advisory; used as flavoring.

Common questions about Intense Orange Dark Chocolate

Is Intense Orange Dark Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Intense Orange Dark Chocolate by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives: glucose-fructose syrup, dextrose, and emulsifier (soya lecithins). These are extracted/industrial additives typical of NOVA ultra-processed foods. All are used within the candied orange peel or as an emulsifier in the chocolate. Even though the base ingredients (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, orange peel, lemon juice, vanilla extract) are not UPF by themselves, the presence of these UPF additives makes the overall product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Intense Orange Dark Chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Intense Orange Dark Chocolate as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, dextrose, soy lecithin. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.