Crownfield

Malt wheaties

Barcode 20508111

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Yes — Malt wheaties is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrially processed sugars and extracts: barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), and brown invert sugar syrup (an inverted sugar syrup created by industrial processing). These additives place the product in the UPF category under NOVA, even though the base is wholegrain wheat.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

shredded wholegrain wheat
OK

sugar

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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

brown invert sugar syrup
OK

salt. 100 g shredded wholegrain wheat has been used for the production of 100 g product. allergy advice

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Common questions about Malt wheaties

Is Malt wheaties ultra-processed?

Yes — Malt wheaties by Crownfield is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrially processed sugars and extracts: barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), and brown invert sugar syrup (an inverted sugar syrup created by industrial processing). These additives place the product in the UPF category under NOVA, even though the base is wholegrain wheat.

Which ingredients in Malt wheaties are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Malt wheaties as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt Extract. 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.