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Cinnamon Biscuits

Barcode 4335619313330
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Cinnamon Biscuits is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose syrup and emulsifier: soya lecithin, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification system.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, niacin, folic acid, thiamin)
  • UPF
    glucose syrup
    A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    free-range eggs
    Eggs produced from hens allowed outdoor access; versatile staple used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    molasses
    A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    vanilla extract
    A traditional culinary extract derived from vanilla beans, used to impart vanilla flavor in foods and beverages.
  • OK
    sodium bicarbonate
    A basic leavening agent used in baking; reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide, helping dough rise. Commonly sold as baking soda.
  • UPF
    soy lecithin
    A natural emulsifier derived from soybeans used to improve texture and mix fats with water.
  • OK
    cinnamon
    A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.

Common questions about Cinnamon Biscuits

Is Cinnamon Biscuits ultra-processed?

Yes — Cinnamon Biscuits is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose syrup and emulsifier: soya lecithin, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification system.

Which ingredients in Cinnamon Biscuits are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Cinnamon Biscuits as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, soy lecithin. 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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