OLD EL PASO

Tortilla Nachips

Barcode 8410076482495

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No — Tortilla Nachips is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are corn grain, sunflower oil, and salt as the main components, which are basic culinary ingredients. The other mentions are about packaging and potential allergens, not additives or industrial formulations. There are no artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, refined industrial syrups, or other NOVA-defined ultra-processed additives, so this would not be classified as an ultra-processed food according to the provided criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

corn grain
OK

sunflower oil

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

salt

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

packaged in a protective atmosphere
OK

may contain milk
OK

soybeans

Dried seeds of the soybean, used to make soy products like tofu, soy milk, and soy sauce.
OK

mustard

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
OK

sesame seeds and celery

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Common questions about Tortilla Nachips

Is Tortilla Nachips ultra-processed?

No — Tortilla Nachips by OLD EL PASO is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are corn grain, sunflower oil, and salt as the main components, which are basic culinary ingredients. The other mentions are about packaging and potential allergens, not additives or industrial formulations. There are no artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, refined industrial syrups, or other NOVA-defined ultra-processed additives, so this would not be classified as an ultra-processed food according to the provided criteria.

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.