Marks & Spencer

Cheddar Cheese & Mixed Seed Cripbread

Barcode 29379477

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Yes — Cheddar Cheese & Mixed Seed Cripbread is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients/additives such as concentrated soya protein (an isolated protein), malted barley flour and malted wheat flour (industrially processed extracts/flours used for flavor and texture), and potato starch (an isolated refined starch). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients under NOVA and make the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wholewheat flour (contains gluten)
OK

cheddar cheese (16%) (cheddar cheese (milk) colour: carotenes, e160)
OK

concentrated soya protein
OK

dark brown linseeds
OK

pumpkin seeds

Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
OK

white sesame seeds

Tiny edible seeds rich in oil and flavor, used in cooking and as a topping or ingredient.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

salt

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

wheatflour (contains 4 gluten)
OK

malted barley flour

Flour made from barley malted to improve fermentation; contains gluten.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c) used as flour treatment agent

Ascorbic acid added to flour as a processing agent to improve dough strength and flour performance; commonly used as a bakery additive.
OK

malted wheatflour (contains gluten)
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.

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Common questions about Cheddar Cheese & Mixed Seed Cripbread

Is Cheddar Cheese & Mixed Seed Cripbread ultra-processed?

Yes — Cheddar Cheese & Mixed Seed Cripbread by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients/additives such as concentrated soya protein (an isolated protein), malted barley flour and malted wheat flour (industrially processed extracts/flours used for flavor and texture), and potato starch (an isolated refined starch). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients under NOVA and make the overall product UPF.

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.