Is Koka Ultra-Processed (UPF)?

Koka

Barcode 8888056603916

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — Koka is ultra-processed.

Contains palm oil, hydrolysed soy protein, beef flavouring, and flavour enhancer (E621), which are industrial additives and processed ingredients characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

ngredients / ingrediente ingredientes / ingrediënten / zutaten: bodles: wheat flour
OK

palmpil
OK

salt

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

asoning: salt
OK

sugar hydrolysed soy protein
OK

beef flavouring (contains lery)
OK

flavour emancer (e621)
OK

chives

A fresh herb with a mild onion-like flavor, commonly used as a seasoning or garnish.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

serving siz (1 paquete as prepared / zo vc nutritional facts / voedi)

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Common questions about Koka

Is Koka ultra-processed?

Yes — Koka by Koka is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains palm oil, hydrolysed soy protein, beef flavouring, and flavour enhancer (E621), which are industrial additives and processed ingredients characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

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.