Nairn's

Ginger Oat Biscuits

Barcode 0612322001605

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Yes — Ginger Oat Biscuits is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include industrial additives and processed components such as sustainable palm fruit oil (a highly refined oil), oligofructose (an extracted dietary fiber), partially inverted refiners syrup and golden syrup (industrially processed sugar syrups), and barley malt syrup (an industrial flavoring extract). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients according to NOVA.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wholegrain oats

Coarsely milled cereal grain product used as a base or ingredient. Rich in dietary fiber and carbohydrates.
OK

brown sugar

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

palm fruit oil

Oil extracted from the fruits of oil palm; a highly processed vegetable oil used in cooking and processed foods.
OK

stem ginger

The rhizome of the ginger plant used fresh or preserved to impart warm, spicy flavor; a natural culinary ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

dietary fibre (oligofructose)

A soluble dietary fiber derived from inulin-type fructans, used as a prebiotic and fiber supplement. Extracted and isolated carbohydrate ingredient; commonly used in foods to boost fiber content.
OK

ground ginger

Powdered ginger root used as a spice and flavoring.
UPF

partially inverted refiners syrup; lyles golden syrup

A processed sugar syrup produced by partial inversion of sucrose, often used as a sweetener.
UPF

barley malt syrup

A syrup produced from barley malt; a sweet, viscous liquid used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and cooking.
OK

sodium bicarbonate

A basic leavening agent used in baking; reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide, helping dough rise. Commonly sold as baking soda.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral salt derived from seawater, used as a seasoning in cooking and food preparation.

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Common questions about Ginger Oat Biscuits

Is Ginger Oat Biscuits ultra-processed?

Yes — Ginger Oat Biscuits by Nairn's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include industrial additives and processed components such as sustainable palm fruit oil (a highly refined oil), oligofructose (an extracted dietary fiber), partially inverted refiners syrup and golden syrup (industrially processed sugar syrups), and barley malt syrup (an industrial flavoring extract). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Ginger Oat Biscuits are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Ginger Oat Biscuits as ultra-processed markers: palm fruit oil, dietary fibre (oligofructose), partially inverted refiners syrup; lyles golden syrup, barley malt syrup. 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.