Florentin

Organic Falafels Bio

Barcode 8714685000010

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Organic Falafels Bio is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: xanthan gum and guar gum (thickeners/stabilizers) and lactic acid as an acidity regulator made from sugar cane. These extracted and industrially used additives place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though the base ingredients (chickpeas, vegetables, herbs, oil) are minimally processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

soaked chickpeas* 70%
OK

onions* 12%
OK

parsley* 10%
OK

water

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

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

garlic*
OK

cumin*
OK

sunflower oil

A common culinary vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds; widely used for cooking and in processed foods.
OK

thickener (xanthan gum, guar gum)
OK

nutritional acid (lactic acid (made from sugar cane))

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Common questions about Organic Falafels Bio

Is Organic Falafels Bio ultra-processed?

Yes — Organic Falafels Bio by Florentin is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: xanthan gum and guar gum (thickeners/stabilizers) and lactic acid as an acidity regulator made from sugar cane. These extracted and industrially used additives place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though the base ingredients (chickpeas, vegetables, herbs, oil) are minimally processed.

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.