Milk Chocolate

Barcode 7613032539450

Yes — Milk Chocolate is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including emulsifier (lecithins) and natural flavouring, which are hallmarks of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa butter

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

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

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
UPF

lecithin (emulsifier)

Emulsifier derived from plant or animal sources used to stabilize mixtures in foods.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.

Common questions about Milk Chocolate

Is Milk Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Milk Chocolate is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including emulsifier (lecithins) and natural flavouring, which are hallmarks of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Milk Chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Milk Chocolate as ultra-processed markers: lecithin (emulsifier), natural flavouring. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.