Philadelphia

Fresh and creamy taste

Barcode 7622202026409

Yes — Fresh and creamy taste is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives: stabiliser (guar gum) and acid (citric acid). According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such additives, especially stabilisers and other industrially extracted agents, indicates ultra-processing, even though the base ingredients (full fat soft cheese and salt) are minimally processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

full fat soft cheese

A soft, high-fat dairy cheese, typically spreadable, with a creamy texture.
OK

salt

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

guar gum

A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in a wide range of foods.
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.

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Common questions about Fresh and creamy taste

Is Fresh and creamy taste ultra-processed?

Yes — Fresh and creamy taste by Philadelphia is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives: stabiliser (guar gum) and acid (citric acid). According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such additives, especially stabilisers and other industrially extracted agents, indicates ultra-processing, even though the base ingredients (full fat soft cheese and salt) are minimally processed foods.

Which ingredients in Fresh and creamy taste are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Fresh and creamy taste as ultra-processed markers: guar gum, citric acid. 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.