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Ginger Biscuits

Barcode 4069365339435
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Ginger Biscuits is not ultra-processed.

Classified as not ultra-processed (non-UPF) because all ingredients are basic culinary components or simple fortification/processing aids: organic wholegrain wheat flour, organic wheat flour, organic apple juice concentrate (used as a sweetener), organic sunflower oil, organic wheat starch, sodium bicarbonate (a standard leavening agent), dried ginger, and thiamin (vitamin B1) for fortification. There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial sugar syrups.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    organic wholegrain wheat flour
  • OK
    organic wheat flour
  • OK
    apple juice concentrate
    Concentrated juice from organic apples, used as a flavoring and sweetener; generally a single-ingredient fruit concentrate.
  • OK
    organic sunflower oil
    Oil pressed from organic sunflower seeds, used for cooking, baking, or finishing dishes.
  • OK
    organic wheat starch
  • OK
    sodium bicarbonate
    A basic leavening agent used in baking; reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide, helping dough rise. Commonly sold as baking soda.
  • OK
    dried ginger
    Dried ginger is the dehydrated rhizome of Zingiber officinale, used as a spice to impart warm, pungent, and aromatic notes to dishes.
  • OK
    thiamin (vitamin b1)
    A water-soluble B vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production and nervous system function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or nutrient in foods.

Common questions about Ginger Biscuits

Is Ginger Biscuits ultra-processed?

No — Ginger Biscuits is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as not ultra-processed (non-UPF) because all ingredients are basic culinary components or simple fortification/processing aids: organic wholegrain wheat flour, organic wheat flour, organic apple juice concentrate (used as a sweetener), organic sunflower oil, organic wheat starch, sodium bicarbonate (a standard leavening agent), dried ginger, and thiamin (vitamin B1) for fortification. There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial sugar syrups.

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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