Peppadew

Spicy Onion Crunch

Barcode 6007788005757

Yes — Spicy Onion Crunch is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients: flavouring, glucose (likely glucose syrup or similar refined sugar), flavour enhancers (disodium guanylate & disodium inosinate), acidity regulators, stabiliser xanthan gum, and preservatives (potassium sorbate & sodium benzoate, despite the OCR errors). These extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives and industrial formulations classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetable oil (sunflower seed & olive fruit dried orion der saric)
OK

chili flakes (5%)
OK

dried red bell pepper
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

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Common questions about Spicy Onion Crunch

Is Spicy Onion Crunch ultra-processed?

Yes — Spicy Onion Crunch by Peppadew is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients: flavouring, glucose (likely glucose syrup or similar refined sugar), flavour enhancers (disodium guanylate & disodium inosinate), acidity regulators, stabiliser xanthan gum, and preservatives (potassium sorbate & sodium benzoate, despite the OCR errors). These extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives and industrial formulations classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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.