Nissin

Demae ramen, sésame

Barcode 8712429350407

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Yes — Demae ramen, sésame is ultra-processed.

This ramen is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: palm oil (huile de palme, a highly refined oil), flavor enhancers (glutamate monosodique, 5'-ribonucléotide disodique), maltodextrine (an industrially processed sugar), hydrolyzed corn protein (protéine de maïs hydrolysée, a flavor-enhancing protein hydrolysate), caramel ammoniacal coloring, generic added aromas/arômes, stabilizers, thickeners (gomme guar), and anti-caking agents (dioxyde de silicium). The presence of these additives places it in the UPF category under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

9 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour noodles

Noodles made primarily from wheat flour, a basic grain-based ingredient typically used in prepared noodle products.
UPF

palm oil

A basic edible oil derived from palm fruit; widely used cooking oil and refined/processed.
OK

table salt

Fine salt used as a seasoning and preservative in foods; a basic mineral ingredient.
UPF

flour treatment agents (sodium carbonate, triphosphates)

Food additives used to improve flour properties during processing, including improving neutralization, leavening, and dough handling.
OK

épaississant (gomme guar)
OK

antioxydant (extrait riche en tocophérols)] poudre d'assaisonnement [sel de cuisine
UPF

monosodium glutamate (msg) and disodium 5'-ribonucleotide

Flavor enhancers used to boost umami in foods; MSG combines with disodium ribonucleotide to intensify savory taste.
OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
UPF

soy sauce powder (soybeans, wheat, table salt, maltodextrin)

Dehydrated or powdered form of soy sauce containing soy, wheat, salt and maltodextrin; used as a processed seasoning.
UPF

hydrolyzed corn protein

Protein from corn that has been hydrolyzed to shorter peptides for functional use as a flavor modifier or texturizer.
OK

spices

A broad category of flavorful plant-derived substances used to season food; can include dried and ground aromatic seeds, bark, or fruits.
UPF

ammonia caramel color (caramel color)

A synthetic or semi-synthetic food coloring produced by the controlled reaction of sugar with ammonia and sulfites; used to impart brown color in foods. This is an industrial color additive.
UPF

aroma/flavoring

Flavoring agent used to impart or enhance taste; can be natural or artificial.
OK

leek

A vegetable in the onion family with a long white stalk and green leaves, used fresh or cooked for flavor in soups, stews, and dishes.
OK

yeast extract

A flavoring ingredient derived from yeast, commonly used to enhance savory umami notes. It can be a simple extract from Saccharomyces cerevisiae and is widely used in broths, soups, and snacks.
OK

rapeseed oil (canola oil)

A common edible vegetable oil pressed from rapeseed. Used for cooking and frying.
OK

acidity regulator (citric acid)

A basic food additive used to adjust acidity and preserve color and freshness in a wide range of foods and beverages.
OK

antiagglomérant (dioxyde de silicium)] huile d'assaisonnement [huile de sésame grillé
UPF

flavorings

Substances used to impart or modify aroma and taste; can be natural or artificial.
UPF

paprika extract colorant

A food colorant derived from paprika; a natural extract used to impart orange-red color in foods.

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Common questions about Demae ramen, sésame

Is Demae ramen, sésame ultra-processed?

Yes — Demae ramen, sésame by Nissin is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This ramen is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: palm oil (huile de palme, a highly refined oil), flavor enhancers (glutamate monosodique, 5'-ribonucléotide disodique), maltodextrine (an industrially processed sugar), hydrolyzed corn protein (protéine de maïs hydrolysée, a flavor-enhancing protein hydrolysate), caramel ammoniacal coloring, generic added aromas/arômes, stabilizers, thickeners (gomme guar), and anti-caking agents (dioxyde de silicium). The presence of these additives places it in the UPF category under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Demae ramen, sésame are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 9 ingredients in Demae ramen, sésame as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, flour treatment agents (sodium carbonate, triphosphates), monosodium glutamate (msg) and disodium 5'-ribonucleotide, soy sauce powder (soybeans, wheat, table salt, maltodextrin), hydrolyzed corn protein, ammonia caramel color (caramel color), aroma/flavoring, flavorings, paprika extract colorant. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Demae ramen, sésame?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic Buckwheat Ramen Noodles by King Soba. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.