Nestlé

Aero Peppermint Chocolate Bar

Barcode 7613039869123

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Yes — Aero Peppermint Chocolate Bar is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose syrup (industrially refined sugar syrup), emulsifier (lecithins), added flavouring, and added colours. These industrial formulations go beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal)
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

whey powder

Dairy-derived whey protein powder, a processed milk product used for protein enrichment.
OK

cocoa butter

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

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

butterfat (milk)

Milk fat, the fat portion derived from milk used in dairy products.
UPF

lecithin (emulsifier)

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

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

colours (copper complexes of chlorophyllins, curcumin)

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Common questions about Aero Peppermint Chocolate Bar

Is Aero Peppermint Chocolate Bar ultra-processed?

Yes — Aero Peppermint Chocolate Bar by Nestlé is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), glucose syrup (industrially refined sugar syrup), emulsifier (lecithins), added flavouring, and added colours. These industrial formulations go beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Aero Peppermint Chocolate Bar are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Aero Peppermint Chocolate Bar as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, lecithin (emulsifier), 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?

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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.