White Bread

Barcode 29493524

Yes — White Bread is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains acidity regulator (E330, citric acid) and preservative (E202, potassium sorbate), which are industrial additives beyond basic culinary ingredients according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

wheat flour

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

sugar

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

citric acid

A common acidity regulator used to adjust acidity in foods; a white crystalline powder with a sour taste.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate, a common food preservative (E202) used to inhibit mold and yeast growth in foods and beverages.

Common questions about White Bread

Is White Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — White Bread is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains acidity regulator (E330, citric acid) and preservative (E202, potassium sorbate), which are industrial additives beyond basic culinary ingredients according to NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in White Bread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in White Bread as an ultra-processed marker: potassium sorbate. 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?

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.