Village Bakery

Crumpet Thins

Barcode 4069365378397

Yes — Crumpet Thins is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive raising agents: diphosphates, which are industrially produced ingredients used to modify texture and leavening. This meets the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods. It also contains potassium sorbate, an industrial preservative, further confirming UPF status.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

A basic refined flour made from wheat, enriched with vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, folic acid, iron, niacin, thiamin). Common baking ingredient.
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

diphosphate salts used as leavening agents

Food additive(s) used to produce leavening in baked goods (industrially prepared).
OK

sodium carbonates; sugar
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

preservative: potassium sorbate. nutrition typical values (as sold) energy fat

Common questions about Crumpet Thins

Is Crumpet Thins ultra-processed?

Yes — Crumpet Thins by Village Bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive raising agents: diphosphates, which are industrially produced ingredients used to modify texture and leavening. This meets the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods. It also contains potassium sorbate, an industrial preservative, further confirming UPF status.

Which ingredients in Crumpet Thins are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Crumpet Thins as an ultra-processed marker: diphosphate salts used as leavening agents. 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.