By Sainsbury's

Cool Tortillas

Barcode 01409840

Scanned 31 times by Nomi users

Yes — Cool Tortillas is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives classed as UPF under NOVA, including whey powder (cows' milk), yeast extract, flavourings, dextrose, and mature cheddar cheese powder (cows' milk). These are industrially processed protein/sugar fractions and flavoring agents not used in traditional home cooking. Other ingredients like maize, sunflower oil, salt, sugar, garlic powder, tomato powder, and citric acid are not, by themselves, ultra-processed, but the presence of the listed UPF additives makes the overall product UPF.

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Common questions about Cool Tortillas

Is Cool Tortillas ultra-processed?

Yes — Cool Tortillas by By Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives classed as UPF under NOVA, including whey powder (cows' milk), yeast extract, flavourings, dextrose, and mature cheddar cheese powder (cows' milk). These are industrially processed protein/sugar fractions and flavoring agents not used in traditional home cooking. Other ingredients like maize, sunflower oil, salt, sugar, garlic powder, tomato powder, and citric acid are not, by themselves, ultra-processed, but the presence of the listed UPF additives makes the overall product UPF.

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.