Why is Chip's à l'ancienne Nature classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from refined ingredients such as sliced potatoes, sunflower oil and a mustard‑based flavouring that includes processed wheat, milk and mustard powders, and it uses the acidity regulator sodium diacetate (E262ii); the combination of industrial oil, flavouring compounds and additives fits the NOVA 4 definition of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the fat and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 37 g fat and 1.3 g salt per 100 g, the snack is high in total fat, which contributes extra calories and may impact blood‑lipid levels, while the moderate salt amount can raise blood pressure; therefore it should be consumed sparingly by people managing diabetes or hypertension.

Is the mustard flavouring in this product a concern for people with a mustard allergy?

Yes, the product contains a mustard‑based seasoning that lists mustard seed and mustard flavour as ingredients, and traces of mustard are also highlighted in the allergen information, so it is not safe for individuals allergic to mustard.

Aldi Einkauf GmbH & Compagnie-oHG, Pirato • 150 g

Chip's à l'ancienne Nature

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Chip's à l'ancienne Nature are old‑fashioned potato crisps produced in France and sold under the Aldi brand. Classified in the salty‑snacks and appetizers groups, they carry a Nutri‑Score of D and are labelled as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), providing 554 kcal, 37 g fat (3.4 g saturated), 48 g carbohydrates, 5 g protein, 1.3 g salt and 0.7 g sugars per 100 g. The high fat and salt levels, plus the additive sodium diacetate (E262ii) and trace allergens such as gluten, milk and mustard, may be drawbacks, while the use of sunflower oil instead of palm oil and a modest protein content are relatively positive.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal554 kcal

Fat37 g

Saturated Fat3.4 g

Carbohydrates48 g

Sugars0.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty‑snack, this product contains markedly more fat and calories but far less sugar and salt.

Ingredients

Pommes de terre 55;7%, huile de tournesol 37 %, base aromatisante moutarde [arôme (dont blé, lait et moutarde), graine de moutarde 0,6%, correcteur d'acidité : diacétate de sodium, poivre noir, oignon en poudre, extrait d'épices (poivre noir, curcuma)], sel.

84%

35%

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270 g