Lidl,Crownfield

Breakfast biscuits

Barcode 4056489154631

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Breakfast biscuits is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients: emulsifiers (mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, rapeseed lecithins), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, palm oil, and natural flavourings. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

68% cereals (43% wheat flour, 12% oat flakes, 5% wholemeal wheat flour, 4% rye flour, 4% barley flour)
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

Cooking oil pressed from rapeseed; a common basic vegetable oil used for frying or baking.
OK

palm

A basic vegetable fat derived from the fruit of oil palms commonly used as a cooking oil; non-animal, widely used in foods.
OK

coconut

A tropical fruit from the coconut palm; the edible white meat (copra) and liquid inside are commonly consumed in various forms (fresh, dried, milk, oil).
OK

1.3% whole milk powder
OK

1.3% skimmed milk powder
OK

salt

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

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
UPF

mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides (datem)

A fat-based emulsifier (DATEM) used to improve texture and emulsification in bakery and processed foods.
OK

rapeseed lecithins; maltodextrin
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

magnesium oxide

A white inorganic compound used as a magnesium supplement and antacid; provides magnesium ions.
UPF

sodium carbonates raising agents

Leavening agents containing sodium carbonate (soda ash) used to produce carbon dioxide for doughs and batters.
OK

ammonium carbonates; egg
OK

niacin

Vitamin B3 (niacin) is a water-soluble B vitamin essential for energy metabolism and nervous system function. It is commonly used as a dietary supplement and fortifying agent in foods and supplements.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

vitamin b1 (thiamin)

A B-complex vitamin (thiamin) essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous system function, commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin b2
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Breakfast biscuits

Is Breakfast biscuits ultra-processed?

Yes — Breakfast biscuits by Lidl,Crownfield is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients: emulsifiers (mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, rapeseed lecithins), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, palm oil, and natural flavourings. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Breakfast biscuits are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Breakfast biscuits as ultra-processed markers: mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides (datem), natural flavourings, sodium carbonates raising agents, glucose syrup. 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.