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Black Pepper Savoury Crackers by Aldi, Specially Selected
Aldi, Specially Selected

Black Pepper Savoury Crackers

Barcode 4088600058313
Scanned  71  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Black Pepper Savoury Crackers is ultra-processed.

Product is UPF because it contains industrial ingredients/additives including palm oil, dextrose, partially inverted refiners syrup, flavourings, autolysed yeast, and yeast extract, which are ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
  • UPF
    palm oil
    A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
  • OK
    high oleic sunflower oil
    A refined oil pressed from high oleic sunflower seeds, used as a cooking fat with high monounsaturated fat content.
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • UPF
    autolyzed yeast
    A yeast extract produced by controlled autolysis, commonly used as a flavor enhancer to impart savory, umami notes.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    black pepper (0.5%)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    whey powder
    Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
  • UPF
    partially inverted refiners syrup
    A refined syrup produced by partial inversion of sucrose, often used as a sweetener; it is an industrially processed syrup.
  • OK
    dried yeast
    Dehydrated yeast used as a leavening agent or flavoring in baking and fermentation.
  • UPF
    flavourings
    Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.

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Common questions about Black Pepper Savoury Crackers

Is Black Pepper Savoury Crackers ultra-processed?

Yes — Black Pepper Savoury Crackers by Aldi, Specially Selected is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product is UPF because it contains industrial ingredients/additives including palm oil, dextrose, partially inverted refiners syrup, flavourings, autolysed yeast, and yeast extract, which are ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Black Pepper Savoury Crackers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Black Pepper Savoury Crackers as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, autolyzed yeast, dextrose, partially inverted refiners syrup, flavourings, yeast extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Black Pepper Savoury Crackers?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Rosemary & Sea Salt Sourdough Crackers by Peter’s Yard, Rye Sourdough Crackers by M&S, Oatcakes by Asda. 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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