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Classic All Butter Mince Pies

Barcode 00634526

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Yes — Classic All Butter Mince Pies is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA. These include glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), gelling agent pectin, and preservative acetic acid. The presence of any such industrial additives or refined syrups is sufficient to categorize the whole product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

mincemeat (sugar, sultanas, apple purée, vostizza currants)
OK

mixed peel (orange peel,glucose-fructose syrup, lemon peel, sugar) raisins
OK

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

preservative: acetic acid
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

ground spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves) black treacle
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
OK

gelling agent: pectin (from fruit)
OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking/ cooking staple. A single-ingredient cereal product.
OK

unsalted butter (milk)

Dairy fat produced from milk with no added salt; common cooking fat in many cuisines.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

e450 (diphosphates)

A synthetic or processed leavening agent used to produce gas in doughs and batters; commonly a mixture of diphosphates.
OK

sodium bicarbonate

Baking soda; a basic leavening agent used in baking and cooking.

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Common questions about Classic All Butter Mince Pies

Is Classic All Butter Mince Pies ultra-processed?

Yes — Classic All Butter Mince Pies by M&S is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA. These include glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), gelling agent pectin, and preservative acetic acid. The presence of any such industrial additives or refined syrups is sufficient to categorize the whole product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Classic All Butter Mince Pies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Classic All Butter Mince Pies as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, e450 (diphosphates). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.