Aldi

Scottish Cracked black pepper oatcakes

Barcode 4088600107820

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Yes — Scottish Cracked black pepper oatcakes is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm fruit oil, which is a highly processed refined oil considered an industrial ingredient under NOVA. Other ingredients (wholegrain oats, cracked black pepper, sea salt, sodium carbonates) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of palm fruit oil makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wholegrain oats (89%)
OK

palm fruit oil
OK

cracked black pepper (1.5%)
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

sodium carbonate (raising agent)

A basic leavening agent used in baking to produce carbon dioxide and help dough rise.

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Common questions about Scottish Cracked black pepper oatcakes

Is Scottish Cracked black pepper oatcakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Scottish Cracked black pepper oatcakes by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm fruit oil, which is a highly processed refined oil considered an industrial ingredient under NOVA. Other ingredients (wholegrain oats, cracked black pepper, sea salt, sodium carbonates) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of palm fruit oil makes the overall product UPF.

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.