Tesco Finest

White Sourdough Sliced Loaf

Barcode 284212003756

No — White Sourdough Sliced Loaf is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients listed are primarily basic food ingredients like wheat flour, water, sea salt, and various types of flour (rye, stoneground wholemeal, barley malt flour). The use of barley malt extract and durum wheat semolina are also typical in bread-making. The product does not list any industrial formulations or additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or flavor enhancers, which are characteristics of ultra-processed foods according to the NOVA classification system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour [wheat flour. calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin). water
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

rye flour

Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
OK

stoneground wholemeal wheat flour
OK

barley malt flour. barley malt extract
OK

durum wheat semolina this bakery product may also contain peanuts
OK

nuts

A basic, whole-food ingredient consisting of kernels from various tree or bush species (e.g., almonds, walnuts, cashews). Rich in fats and protein.
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

sesame

A small, tan-to-brown seed used as a food ingredient or topping; mild, nutty flavor.
OK

egg. soya and other allergens. sourdough sliced loaf tesco finest white 800g slowly crafted for an authentic flavour £3.75 adults

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Common questions about White Sourdough Sliced Loaf

Is White Sourdough Sliced Loaf ultra-processed?

No — White Sourdough Sliced Loaf by Tesco Finest is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients listed are primarily basic food ingredients like wheat flour, water, sea salt, and various types of flour (rye, stoneground wholemeal, barley malt flour). The use of barley malt extract and durum wheat semolina are also typical in bread-making. The product does not list any industrial formulations or additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or flavor enhancers, which are characteristics of ultra-processed foods according to the NOVA classification 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.