Is Toblerone Ultra-Processed (UPF)?

Toblerone

Barcode 7622202287510

Yes — Toblerone is ultra-processed.

The product contains ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including emulsifier (soya lecithins) and flavouring, which are industrial additives. Therefore, it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

honey

A natural sweet, viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; commonly used as a sweetener.
OK

milk fat

Dairy fat from milk, a basic culinary fat used in dairy products and cooking.
OK

almonds

Edible tree nut (seed) from Prunus dulcis, eaten as a snack or used in recipes.
UPF

soy lecithin

An emulsifier derived from soybeans used to stabilize mixtures and improve texture in foods.
OK

egg white

Proteine-rich clear part of an egg, separated from the yolk. Commonly used as a low-fat protein source in cooking and baking.
UPF

flavouring

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

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Common questions about Toblerone

Is Toblerone ultra-processed?

Yes — Toblerone by Toblerone is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including emulsifier (soya lecithins) and flavouring, which are industrial additives. Therefore, it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Toblerone are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Toblerone as ultra-processed markers: soy lecithin, 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.