Is Quaker Ultra-Processed (UPF)?

Quaker

Barcode 5000108033271

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Yes — Quaker is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations: natural flavourings (industrial flavouring agents) and anticaking agent (calcium phosphate). These extracted/isolated additives fall into NOVA group 4. Other ingredients like rolled oats, skimmed milk powder, sugar, and salt are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of flavourings and an anticaking agent makes the overall product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

quaker rolled oats (67%)
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

natural favourings
OK

anticaking agent (calcium phosphate). allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. may contain wheat
OK

barley

A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
OK

soya. for best before
OK

see base of pot

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Common questions about Quaker

Is Quaker ultra-processed?

Yes — Quaker by Quaker is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations: natural flavourings (industrial flavouring agents) and anticaking agent (calcium phosphate). These extracted/isolated additives fall into NOVA group 4. Other ingredients like rolled oats, skimmed milk powder, sugar, and salt are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of flavourings and an anticaking agent makes the overall product ultra-processed.

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.