Chocolate

Barcode 8720701140035

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Chocolate is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA UPF, including emulsifier (soy lecithin) and composite inclusions like dark chocolate pieces that themselves contain emulsifier. These are industrial formulations beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

7.78% cookie pieces (wheat flour, butter (milk), sugar, salt)
OK

6.11% dark chocolate pieces (cocoa mass, sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa powder, emulsifier: soy lecithin)
OK

emulsifier: soy lecithin. may contain traces of egg
OK

nuts and peanuts

A seed/fruit-based ingredient consisting of tree nuts and peanuts commonly used for flavor and texture. Contains major allergens.

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Common questions about Chocolate

Is Chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA UPF, including emulsifier (soy lecithin) and composite inclusions like dark chocolate pieces that themselves contain emulsifier. These are industrial formulations beyond basic culinary ingredients.

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.