Belmont Biscuits

Shortbread fingers

Barcode 4088600107998

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No — Shortbread fingers is not ultra-processed.

This shortbread uses basic culinary ingredients: wheat flour (with standard vitamin/mineral fortification), butter, sugar, cornflour, and salt. These are minimally processed components without industrial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, emulsifiers, or other cosmetic additives, so it is not considered ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
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butter

Dairy fat produced from churning cream, commonly used as a cooking fat and flavor enhancer. It is a basic dairy ingredient.
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sugar

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

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.

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Common questions about Shortbread fingers

Is Shortbread fingers ultra-processed?

No — Shortbread fingers by Belmont Biscuits is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This shortbread uses basic culinary ingredients: wheat flour (with standard vitamin/mineral fortification), butter, sugar, cornflour, and salt. These are minimally processed components without industrial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, emulsifiers, or other cosmetic additives, so it is not considered ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.