Guylian

Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells

Barcode 5410976140122

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Yes — Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains identified UPF ingredients and additives, including emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, natural vanilla flavouring, and composite chocolate ingredients (milk chocolate, white chocolate, milk solids) that are industrial formulations. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

hazelnuts

Whole nuts, edible seeds from Corylus avellana; common snack and ingredient in cookies and confections.
OK

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
UPF

sunflower lecithin

Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.
OK

natural vanilla flavouring

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

cocoa solids (from chocolate)

Cocoa solids are the non-fat component of cocoa used to impart chocolate flavor; used in chocolate products. In this form, it is a basic ingredient derived from cocoa beans.
UPF

milk chocolate

Milk chocolate containing cocoa solids with added milk powder and sugar; a processed confectionery product often containing emulsifiers and flavorings.
UPF

white chocolate

White chocolate made from cocoa butter, sugar, and milk solids; a processed confectionery product often containing emulsifiers.
UPF

milk chocolate with at least 23% milk solids

Chocolate product with at least 23% milk solids; contains cocoa, sugar and dairy components.
UPF

white chocolate with at least 29% ingredients

White chocolate made from cocoa butter, sugar and milk solids; no cocoa solids.
OK

may contain other tree nuts
OK

wheat and soy

A mixed ingredient consisting of ground wheat and soybeans, often used as a flour blend or protein-rich mix in baking or processed foods.

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Common questions about Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells

Is Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells ultra-processed?

Yes — Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells by Guylian is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains identified UPF ingredients and additives, including emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, natural vanilla flavouring, and composite chocolate ingredients (milk chocolate, white chocolate, milk solids) that are industrial formulations. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells as ultra-processed markers: sunflower lecithin, milk chocolate, white chocolate, milk chocolate with at least 23% milk solids, white chocolate with at least 29% ingredients. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Belgian Chocolate Guylian Seashells?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including The Award Winning Selection by Booja-Booja. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.