Ovomaltine

Ovomaltine crunchy extra

Barcode 7612100908341

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Yes — Ovomaltine crunchy extra is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including fructose (industrially extracted sugar), malt extract used as a flavoring base, an added emulsifier (soy lecithin), and flavorings (vanillin, natural flavor). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
OK

poudre pour boisson à base de malt ovomaltine 25% (extrait de malt d'orge 13%, lait écrémé condensé, sérum de lait condensé, cacao en poudre fortement dégraissé¹, sucre, fructose, sels minéraux (carbonate de magnésium, orthophosphate dicalcique), huile de colza, vitamines (e, c, thiamine, riboflavine, niacine, b6, acide folique, b12, biotine, acide pantothénique), sel de cuisine, arôme (vanilline))
OK

cocoa butter

A solid fat extracted from cocoa beans, used to impart creamy texture and aroma in chocolate and confections.
OK

whole milk powder

Powdered milk obtained by removing water from fresh whole milk, used to provide dairy solids and flavor.
OK

cacao en pâte¹
OK

skim milk powder

Dried dairy product made by removing fat from milk; a basic dairy ingredient used for fortification or as a powder form for reconstitution.
OK

hazelnuts

Edible nuts from the hazel tree, commonly used whole or chopped in baking and cooking.
OK

emulsifier (soy lecithin)

A common emulsifier derived from soy, used to blend fats and liquids in foods.
OK

arôme naturel. peut contenir: amandes. cacao: 32% minimum dans le chocolat

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Common questions about Ovomaltine crunchy extra

Is Ovomaltine crunchy extra ultra-processed?

Yes — Ovomaltine crunchy extra by Ovomaltine is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including fructose (industrially extracted sugar), malt extract used as a flavoring base, an added emulsifier (soy lecithin), and flavorings (vanillin, natural flavor). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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.