Walkers

french fries Cheese & Onion

Barcode 51000638

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Yes — french fries Cheese & Onion is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients. Specifically: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), generic flavouring, and modified components within the onion flavour system all indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing. According to the NOVA system and the provided rules, the presence of dextrose alone is sufficient to classify the product as UPF, and the other additives reinforce this classification.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato granules

Dried, granulated potato product used as a thickener or texture component in processed foods.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

sunflower oil

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

cheese

A basic dairy product obtained by coagulating milk proteins and aging; widely used as a fundamental ingredient in many dishes.
OK

onion flavour [lactose (from milk)
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
UPF

monosodium glutamate

A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
UPF

dextrose

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

dried cheese (from milk)
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

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

salt

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

colour (annatto norbixin)

Color additive derived from annatto seeds, containing norbixin.

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Common questions about french fries Cheese & Onion

Is french fries Cheese & Onion ultra-processed?

Yes — french fries Cheese & Onion by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients. Specifically: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), generic flavouring, and modified components within the onion flavour system all indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing. According to the NOVA system and the provided rules, the presence of dextrose alone is sufficient to classify the product as UPF, and the other additives reinforce this classification.

Which ingredients in french fries Cheese & Onion are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in french fries Cheese & Onion as ultra-processed markers: monosodium glutamate, dextrose, flavouring, colour (paprika extract), colour (annatto norbixin). 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.