Patterson's, Paterson's

Shortbread fingers

Barcode 072417202797

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Yes — Shortbread fingers is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavourings, which are industrially produced additives used to modify taste and are considered UPF ingredients under NOVA. Other ingredients such as wheat flour (with added vitamins/minerals), rapeseed oil, sugar, butter, and salt are not UPF on their own, but the presence of flavourings makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

A basic cereal flour made from ground wheat grains, often enriched with vitamins and minerals.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

sugar

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

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.

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Common questions about Shortbread fingers

Is Shortbread fingers ultra-processed?

Yes — Shortbread fingers by Patterson's, Paterson's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavourings, which are industrially produced additives used to modify taste and are considered UPF ingredients under NOVA. Other ingredients such as wheat flour (with added vitamins/minerals), rapeseed oil, sugar, butter, and salt are not UPF on their own, but the presence of flavourings makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Shortbread fingers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Shortbread fingers as an ultra-processed marker: flavourings. 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.