Ritz

Ritz Crackers

Barcode 7622201386757

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Yes — Ritz Crackers is ultra-processed.

Ritz Crackers are ultra-processed because they contain industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup) and flavouring (contains milk), which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF, even though it also includes basic ingredients like wheat flour, sunflower oil, salt, and leavening agents.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

cheese powder

Powdered cheese product made from dehydrated cheese with added milk solids and salt for flavoring. Common in snacks and seasoning blends.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

salt

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

raising agents (ammonium carbonates, potassium carbonates)

Mixture of leavening agents used to produce gas for baking; ammonium carbonate and potassium carbonate are used as raising agents.
OK

sugar

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

yeast powder

Powdered form of active dry yeast used as a leavening agent in baking or fermentation.
UPF

flavouring

Flavouring preparation containing milk derivatives; used to impart taste without a specific food form.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Ritz Crackers

Is Ritz Crackers ultra-processed?

Yes — Ritz Crackers by Ritz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ritz Crackers are ultra-processed because they contain industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup) and flavouring (contains milk), which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF, even though it also includes basic ingredients like wheat flour, sunflower oil, salt, and leavening agents.

Which ingredients in Ritz Crackers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Ritz Crackers as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, 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.