Ovaltine

Ovaltine Original

Barcode 7612100005569

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Yes — Ovaltine Original is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer and is considered ultra-processed within the NOVA framework. Other ingredients like sugar, rapeseed oil, minerals, and vitamins are not themselves UPF under the provided rules, but the presence of malt extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

barley malt extract 73%
OK

condensed milk permeate
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder 8% minerals (calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, ferric pyrophosphate, zinc sulphate)
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

vitamins (e, c, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, b6, folic acid, b12, biotin, pantothenic acid)

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Common questions about Ovaltine Original

Is Ovaltine Original ultra-processed?

Yes — Ovaltine Original by Ovaltine is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer and is considered ultra-processed within the NOVA framework. Other ingredients like sugar, rapeseed oil, minerals, and vitamins are not themselves UPF under the provided rules, but the presence of malt extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

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.