Aldi, Specially Selected

6 sliced brioche hot dog rolls

Barcode 4088600042022

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — 6 sliced brioche hot dog rolls is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients/additives including invert sugar syrup, flavouring, and the emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. Invert sugar syrup is an industrially processed sugar, flavouring is an industrial additive, and emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides are typical of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

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

pasteurised egg (12%)
OK

sugar

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

water

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

concentrated butter (milk) (1.5%)
OK

skimmed milk powder (1.5%)
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.
OK

emulsifier: mono-and diglycerides of fatty acids; milk protein
OK

malted rye flour

Rye flour that has been malted, enhancing enzymes and flavor; used in baking and specialty breads.
OK

deactivated yeast (inactive yeast)

Yeast that has been heated or treated to stop fermentation, used as a leavening agent or nutritional supplement without rising.
OK

colour: carotenes. allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain sesame. dietary advice: suitable for a vegetarian diet. no artificial flavourings or preservatives. if you are not entirely satisfied with this product please return it to the store where it was purchased and we will be pleased to replace or refund it. this does not affect your statutory rights

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Common questions about 6 sliced brioche hot dog rolls

Is 6 sliced brioche hot dog rolls ultra-processed?

Yes — 6 sliced brioche hot dog rolls by Aldi, Specially Selected is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients/additives including invert sugar syrup, flavouring, and the emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. Invert sugar syrup is an industrially processed sugar, flavouring is an industrial additive, and emulsifiers like mono- and diglycerides are typical of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in 6 sliced brioche hot dog rolls are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in 6 sliced brioche hot dog rolls as ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup, flavouring. 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.