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Garlic Baguettes

Barcode 20719562

Yes — Garlic Baguettes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the baguette contains calcium propionate, a preservative, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life and is characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

baguette (fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), water, yeast, salt, calcium propionate, ascorbic acid)
OK

garlic and parsley butter 23% (unsalted butter 82% (milk), garlic purée 14%, parsley 2.5%, salt, concentrated lemon juice)

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Common questions about Garlic Baguettes

Is Garlic Baguettes ultra-processed?

Yes — Garlic Baguettes by chef select is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the baguette contains calcium propionate, a preservative, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life and is characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

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.