Sweet Snack Biscuits

Barcode 29460564

Yes — Sweet Snack Biscuits is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations: unspecified flavoring (likely artificial or natural-identical flavourings) and preservatives. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives used to modify flavor and extend shelf life moves the product into the ultra-processed category, even though the base ingredients (sugar, wheat flour, vegetable oils, salt) are basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

vegetable oils

A broad category of edible fats derived from plant sources, used for cooking and frying. Includes oils such as soybean, canola, sunflower, corn, etc.
OK

salt

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

flavoring

A broad, often undefined ingredient that provides taste. In commercial products, flavorings can be natural or artificial and may include esters, solvents, or other additives.
UPF

preservatives

Substances added to foods to prevent spoilage and extend shelf life; can be natural or synthetic.

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Common questions about Sweet Snack Biscuits

Is Sweet Snack Biscuits ultra-processed?

Yes — Sweet Snack Biscuits is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations: unspecified flavoring (likely artificial or natural-identical flavourings) and preservatives. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives used to modify flavor and extend shelf life moves the product into the ultra-processed category, even though the base ingredients (sugar, wheat flour, vegetable oils, salt) are basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Sweet Snack Biscuits are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Sweet Snack Biscuits as ultra-processed markers: flavoring, preservatives. 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.