Is Plantain Chips Ultra Processed?

Not Typically Ultra-Processed

Based on our analysis of 817 Plantain Chips products, most fall into processing Level 2 (Processed).

Level:
Processing Level: 2 out of 4 - Processed
Level 2
Processed
Avg Score: 3.2817 products analyzed

We analyzed 817 products to answer this question

Plantain Chips Processing Level Distribution

How 817 plantain chips products break down by processing level:

52%
Level 1
Minimally Processed
421 products
37%
Level 2
Processed
303 products
9%
Level 3
Highly Processed
76 products
2%
Level 4
Ultra-Processed
17 products

Average ingredient count: 5.2 · Average nutrition score: 4.8/10

Plantain Chips Brand Comparison

Comparing the least to most processed plantain chips products in our database:

ProductBrandLevelScoreIngredients
Maduritos Kettle Cooked Plantain Chips, Maduritos Kettle CookedMayte
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Plantain ChipsSunrise Natural Foods
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Plantain ChipsSunrise Natural Foods
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Gembos, Sweet Plantain ChipsGembos
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Sweet Plantain Chips, Sweet PlantainMama Lycha
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Raylicious, Plantain Chips, Sweet MaduroRaylicious
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Raylicious, Plantain Chips, Sweet Maduro, Sweet MaduroRaylicious
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Raylicious, Plantain Chips, Sweet Maduro, Sweet MaduroRaylicious
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Sweet Plantain ChipsInka Chips
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01
Maduritos Sweet Plantain Chips, MaduritosMama Lycha
Processing Level: 1 out of 4 - Minimally Processed
1.01

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plantain Chips ultra processed?

Based on our analysis of 817 products, Plantain Chips is not typically ultra-processed. The average processing score is 3.2 with products ranging from Level 1 to Level 4.

What is the processing level of Plantain Chips?

Plantain Chips products average Level 2 (Processed). Of 817 products analyzed, 421 are Level 1, 303 are Level 2, 76 are Level 3, and 17 are Level 4.

How can I find less processed plantain chips?

Look for plantain chips with shorter ingredient lists (5 or fewer items). Avoid products with artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, and ingredients you wouldn't find in a home kitchen. Check our brand comparison table above for specific recommendations.