Seasoned Chicken Pieces

Barcode 5391542670918

Yes — Seasoned Chicken Pieces is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations. Natural flavoring is an industrial flavoring agent, and the stabilizers E451 and E452 are polyphosphates used to improve texture and water retention. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the food in the ultra-processed category under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken breast

A lean, boneless cut of chicken meat from the pectoral area; commonly used protein in cooking.
OK

potato starch

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

salt

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

buffed vinegar
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

sugar

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

natural flavoring

Flavoring agents derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; often composed of essential oils, extracts, or blends.
OK

stabilizers: e451
UPF

polyphosphates

Polyphosphate salts used as emulsifiers and stabilisers; often included as processing aids and food additives.

Common questions about Seasoned Chicken Pieces

Is Seasoned Chicken Pieces ultra-processed?

Yes — Seasoned Chicken Pieces is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations. Natural flavoring is an industrial flavoring agent, and the stabilizers E451 and E452 are polyphosphates used to improve texture and water retention. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the food in the ultra-processed category under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Seasoned Chicken Pieces are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Seasoned Chicken Pieces as ultra-processed markers: natural flavoring, polyphosphates. 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.