Dairylea lunchers

Barcode 7622201388959

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Yes — Dairylea lunchers is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including pre-identified UPF ingredients. These include: skimmed milk powder and glucose-fructose syrup (explicitly specified as UPF); emulsifying salts (sodium citrates, potassium citrates); sunflower lecithins as an emulsifier/anti-caking agent; flavourings; preservative (sorbic acid); flavour enhancer (potassium chloride); antioxidant (sodium ascorbate); and other industrial additives like acidity regulators. These extracted, isolated, and industrially used additives move the product into NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

cheese food: cheese (75 96)
OK

skimmed milk (water, skimmed milk powder)
OK

emulsifying salts (sodium citrates, potassium citrates)
OK

milk proteins

Proteins derived from milk (e.g., casein, whey proteins) used as a food ingredient to add texture, nutrition, or functional properties.
OK

butter

A dairy product made by churning cream; a basic fat used in cooking and baking.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

whey powder (from milk)

Dairy-derived powder from whey, containing lactose, proteins and minerals; common protein supplement and ingredient in dairy products.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
UPF

sorbic acid

Sorbic acid, a chemical preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast and fungi in foods.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

anti-caking agent (sunflower lecithins). wheat crackers: wheat flour (7196)
OK

sunflower oil (8 %)
OK

wheat bran

Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

raising agents (ammonium carbonates, sodium carbonates)

A mixture of ammonium carbonate and sodium carbonate used as leavening agents in baking to produce carbon dioxide and lift. These are inorganic salts commonly used in doughs and pastries.
OK

wheat germ
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
OK

flavourings (contains milk)
OK

flour treatment agent (sodium metabisulphite). cooked formed ham: pork (85 %)
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

acidity regulators (potassium lactate, sodium acetates)
OK

salt

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

flavour enhancer (potassium chloride)
UPF

sodium ascorbate

Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods; a salt form of vitamin C.

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Common questions about Dairylea lunchers

Is Dairylea lunchers ultra-processed?

Yes — Dairylea lunchers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including pre-identified UPF ingredients. These include: skimmed milk powder and glucose-fructose syrup (explicitly specified as UPF); emulsifying salts (sodium citrates, potassium citrates); sunflower lecithins as an emulsifier/anti-caking agent; flavourings; preservative (sorbic acid); flavour enhancer (potassium chloride); antioxidant (sodium ascorbate); and other industrial additives like acidity regulators. These extracted, isolated, and industrially used additives move the product into NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

Which ingredients in Dairylea lunchers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Dairylea lunchers as ultra-processed markers: sorbic acid, glucose-fructose syrup, sodium ascorbate. 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.