Walkers

Walkers smoky bacon crisps

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Yes — Walkers smoky bacon crisps is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes industrial flavouring and smoke flavouring, which are additives typical of ultra-processed foods according to NOVA. The presence of an added seasoning mix with isolated flavour compounds goes beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

potatoes

Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
OK

vegetable oil blend (sunflower and rapeseed)

A blend of edible vegetable oils derived from sunflower and rapeseed, used as a cooking fat.
OK

smoky bacon seasoning [dried milk lactose. salt
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

acids (citric acid, malic acid)

A mixture of edible organic acids used to provide sourness and to adjust acidity (citric acid and malic acid).
UPF

smoke flavouring

A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

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

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Common questions about Walkers smoky bacon crisps

Is Walkers smoky bacon crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Walkers smoky bacon crisps by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes industrial flavouring and smoke flavouring, which are additives typical of ultra-processed foods according to NOVA. The presence of an added seasoning mix with isolated flavour compounds goes beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Walkers smoky bacon crisps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Walkers smoky bacon crisps as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, smoke flavouring, colour (paprika extract). 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.