Karamucho Potato Chips
Processing Score
10.7Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
4.5/10Fair
The processing score reflects 32 ingredients, including artificial sweeteners, artificial flavoring and MSG. The nutrition score reflects high sodium, saturated fat and total fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh FatHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
4901335002041
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size28 g
Amount per serving
Calories
160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g
13%
Saturated Fat 4.5g
23%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 190mg
8%
Total Carbohydrate 15g
5%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 1g Added Sugars
2%
Protein 2g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 20mg
2%
Iron 0.4mg
2%
Potassium 160mg
3%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
22 listed · 7 flagged for reviewPOTATOES, PALM OIL, SUGAR, GARLIC POWDER, DEXTROSE, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, ONION POWDER, SALT, SOY SAUCE POWDER (SALT, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, YEAST, SUGAR CANE), SPICES, VEGETABLE POWDER (CARROT, CELERY, ONION, LEEK), TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SILICON DIOXIDE, PAPRIKA COLOR, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM SUCCINATE, GARLIC OIL, ASPARTAME, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, CARAMEL COLOR.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Karamucho Potato Chips scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Artificial Sweeteners (Aspartame): Synthetic sweeteners are definitive UPF markers.
- Plant Proteins (Hydrolyzed Soy Protein): Isolated proteins require extensive industrial processing.
- Natural Flavors (Monosodium Glutamate): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Flavor Enhancers (Disodium Succinate, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate): Industrial flavor enhancement common in UPF.
Within Chips & Crisps, this product is more processed than about 85% of the 10,682 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Karamucho Potato Chips' ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Palm Oil, Garlic Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar, Dextrose.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Processed Vegetable ProductsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vegetable Powder (Carrot, Celery, Onion, Leek).
Extracts and powders indicate processing.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Tricalcium Phosphate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Anti-Caking AgentsProcessing indicator
In this product: Silicon Dioxide.
Common in powdered processed foods.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Caramel Color.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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