Apetina, Arla

Original Paneer Cheese

Barcode 5760466923927

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No — Original Paneer Cheese is not ultra-processed.

Classified as not ultra-processed because the ingredients are basic dairy components (milk, milk protein) and a simple acidity regulator (citric acid), with no industrial sweeteners, flavorings, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed additives.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
UPF

milk protein

Protein derived from milk (e.g., whey or casein); a processed isolated protein ingredient.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.

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Common questions about Original Paneer Cheese

Is Original Paneer Cheese ultra-processed?

No — Original Paneer Cheese by Apetina, Arla is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as not ultra-processed because the ingredients are basic dairy components (milk, milk protein) and a simple acidity regulator (citric acid), with no industrial sweeteners, flavorings, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed additives.

Which ingredients in Original Paneer Cheese are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Original Paneer Cheese as an ultra-processed marker: milk protein. 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.