Sainsburys

All butter choc chip shortbread

Barcode 00472012

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — All butter choc chip shortbread is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This product is ultra-processed because the dark chocolate chips contain soya lecithins, an emulsifier, and flavouring. These industrial additives are UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification. The wheat flour, butter, sugar, and sea salt are otherwise basic ingredients and do not independently make the product ultra-processed.

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Common questions about All butter choc chip shortbread

Is All butter choc chip shortbread ultra-processed?

Yes — All butter choc chip shortbread by Sainsburys is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because the dark chocolate chips contain soya lecithins, an emulsifier, and flavouring. These industrial additives are UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification. The wheat flour, butter, sugar, and sea salt are otherwise basic ingredients and do not independently make the product ultra-processed.

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.