Rivercote

Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted

Barcode 4056489517528

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Yes — Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial ingredients and additives associated with NOVA ultra-processing: invert sugar (an industrially processed inverted sugar syrup), barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), and flavouring (an added industrial flavouring). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients like flour, oil, salt, and leavening agents, so the overall product is considered UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

sugar

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

inverted sugar

A syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose, resulting in a sweeter, more stable sugar syrup often used in baking and confectionery.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

ammonium carbonate

A leavening agent historically used in baked goods; releases ammonia and carbon dioxide when heated, producing a light texture.
OK

sodium carbonate

Inorganic salt used as a leavening agent or acidity regulator; a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

calcium phosphates

A group of inorganic compounds used as nutritional supplements, anticaking agents, or mineral fortification in foods.
OK

salt

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

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted

Is Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted ultra-processed?

Yes — Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted by Rivercote is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial ingredients and additives associated with NOVA ultra-processing: invert sugar (an industrially processed inverted sugar syrup), barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), and flavouring (an added industrial flavouring). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients like flour, oil, salt, and leavening agents, so the overall product is considered UPF.

Which ingredients in Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted as ultra-processed markers: inverted sugar, Barley Malt Extract, flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Savoury Crackers Lightly Salted?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Poppy Seed Sourdough Crackers by Peter’s Yard, Rye Sourdough Crackers by Tesco. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.