Old El Paso

8 Tortilla Pockets

Barcode 8410076474643

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — 8 Tortilla Pockets is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and formulations, specifically: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), and stabiliser (glycerol). According to the NOVA criteria, the presence of such additives used to modify texture, shelf life, or sensory qualities is sufficient to classify a food as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (62%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

sunflower oil

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

glycerol (stabiliser)

Glycerol (glycerin) used as a humectant and stabiliser in various foods and products; an industrially produced additive.
OK

wheat gluten

A protein from wheat used as a binder and to improve dough elasticity.
UPF

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

Emulsifier derived from fatty acids used to improve texture, stability, and mouthfeel in foods; commonly added to baked goods, margarine, and processed foods.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

raising agents (sodium bicarbonate, diphosphates, calcium phosphate)
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about 8 Tortilla Pockets

Is 8 Tortilla Pockets ultra-processed?

Yes — 8 Tortilla Pockets by Old El Paso 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 industrial additives and formulations, specifically: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), and stabiliser (glycerol). According to the NOVA criteria, the presence of such additives used to modify texture, shelf life, or sensory qualities is sufficient to classify a food as UPF.

Which ingredients in 8 Tortilla Pockets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in 8 Tortilla Pockets as ultra-processed markers: glycerol (stabiliser), mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, dextrose. 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.