Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Barcode 5070002831327

Yes — Chocolate Covered Strawberries is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (soy lecithin) and natural vanilla flavouring, which are industrial additives used for texture and flavour enhancement beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

strawberries

Fresh or frozen strawberries used as an ingredient; percentage indicates share in the product.
UPF

milk chocolate

Chocolate containing milk solids; common ingredient in confectionery and baked goods.
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

milk powder

Dehydrated milk product used as a dairy ingredient; can be used to add dairy solids.
OK

skimmed milk powder

A dairy powder made by removing fat from milk; used as a protein and calcium source in foods.
UPF

soy lecithin (emulsifier)

An emulsifier derived from soy used to improve texture and stability in foods.
OK

natural vanilla flavouring

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

vanilla

A natural vanilla flavoring derived from vanilla beans; commonly used as a traditional extract in foods.

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Common questions about Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Is Chocolate Covered Strawberries ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate Covered Strawberries is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (soy lecithin) and natural vanilla flavouring, which are industrial additives used for texture and flavour enhancement beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Chocolate Covered Strawberries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Chocolate Covered Strawberries as ultra-processed markers: milk chocolate, soy lecithin (emulsifier). 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.