Balconi

Snack Latte

Barcode 8001585001101

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Yes — Snack Latte is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives characteristic of NOVA Group 4. Specifically: glucose-fructose syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), flavourings (industrial flavor additives), emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, soya lecithins), and highly processed palm and palm kernel fats. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to make the overall product UPF, even though it also contains some basic ingredients like sugar, wheat flour, eggs, and milk powders.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

wheat flour (23%)
OK

eggs (14,5%)
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

vegetable fats (palm, palm kernel, coconut in varying proportions)
OK

reconstituted skimmed milk (5%)
OK

skimmed milk powder (2,5%)
OK

sunflower oil

Oil extracted from sunflower seeds, used as a basic cooking fat.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

emulsifiers: mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids
OK

soya lecithins
OK

milk powder (0,6%)
OK

salt

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

lactose (milk)

A disaccharide derived from lactose in milk, commonly used as a dairy-derived additive or ingredient.
OK

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
OK

raising agents: ammonium hydrogen carbonate
OK

Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate

Sodium hydrogen carbonate, also known as baking soda, is a common leavening agent used in baking. It reacts with acidic ingredients to produce carbon dioxide gas, which helps dough or batter rise.
OK

disodium diphosphate

A food additive used as a leavening agent or buffering salt; common in processed foods.
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

wheat fibre

A plant-derived dietary fiber from wheat, used as a bulking agent or texturizer in foods.
OK

may contain traces of nuts and mustard

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Common questions about Snack Latte

Is Snack Latte ultra-processed?

Yes — Snack Latte by Balconi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives characteristic of NOVA Group 4. Specifically: glucose-fructose syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), flavourings (industrial flavor additives), emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, soya lecithins), and highly processed palm and palm kernel fats. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to make the overall product UPF, even though it also contains some basic ingredients like sugar, wheat flour, eggs, and milk powders.

Which ingredients in Snack Latte are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Snack Latte as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, flavourings. 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.