Candy Corn

Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?

In our analysis, Candy Corn scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:

• Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
• Artificial Colors (Yellow 6 Lake, Yellow 5, Red 3): Synthetic colors are definitive UPF markers.
• Plant Proteins (Modified Soy Protein): Isolated proteins require extensive industrial processing.
• Sugar Alcohols (Sorbitol): Modified sweeteners common in diet UPF products.
• Other Additives (Beeswax, Carnauba Wax, Confectioners Glaze): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.

Within Candy, this product is more processed than about 32% of the 21,778 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 Candy Corn's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.

Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator

In this product: Sugar.

Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.

Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator

In this product: Salt.

Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.