Potato Snack

Barcode 5063210099641

Yes — Potato Snack is ultra-processed.

This savoury potato-based snack is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including yeast extract (a flavour enhancer), generic flavouring, added acid (citric acid), and added colour (paprika extract). These ingredients indicate industrial formulation characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato

A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
OK

sunflower oil

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
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

salt

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

sugar

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

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

shallot powder

A dried, ground form of shallot onion used as a spice or seasoning. It is a single-ingredient vegetable-derived powder.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

cream powder (milk)

Dried cream, a dairy product with fat and protein; a processed dairy ingredient used to impart creaminess in foods.
OK

dried parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
OK

thyme

A small-leaved, woody herb used as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, and soups; dried form concentrates its aromatic oils.
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

brandy

A distilled spirit flavored with wine or fermented fruit juice. Not typically eaten as a basic food ingredient; used as a beverage or cooking liquor.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
UPF

beef powder

A dehydrated or concentrated beef stock flavoring, often containing salt, flavor enhancers, and sometimes additives. Used as a seasoning or instant stock.

Common questions about Potato Snack

Is Potato Snack ultra-processed?

Yes — Potato Snack is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This savoury potato-based snack is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including yeast extract (a flavour enhancer), generic flavouring, added acid (citric acid), and added colour (paprika extract). These ingredients indicate industrial formulation characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Potato Snack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Potato Snack as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, flavouring, citric acid, colour (paprika extract), beef powder. 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.