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Shiitake mushroom crisps

Barcode 9345544005328

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Yes — Shiitake mushroom crisps is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), yeast extract (an industrial flavor enhancer), maltose (an industrially processed sugar), and natural flavouring. Any presence of such industrial formulations or additives makes the overall product UPF under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

shiitake mushrooms (75%)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

maltose
OK

sea salt

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

sunflower oil

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

pepper

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
OK

canola oil
OK

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

rice bran oil

Traditional culinary oil pressed from rice bran; used as a cooking oil and ingredient in processed foods. Not UPF as a basic vegetable oil.
OK

natural flavouring (celery)

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Common questions about Shiitake mushroom crisps

Is Shiitake mushroom crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Shiitake mushroom crisps by DJ&A is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), yeast extract (an industrial flavor enhancer), maltose (an industrially processed sugar), and natural flavouring. Any presence of such industrial formulations or additives makes the overall product UPF under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Shiitake mushroom crisps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Shiitake mushroom crisps as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, yeast extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.