Birds Eye

Fish fingers crispy batter

Barcode 5000116125012

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Fish fingers crispy batter is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains skimmed milk powder, which has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. In addition, it contains several industrial additives: disodium diphosphates and sodium carbonates (raising agents) and isolated starches. According to the given rules, the presence of skimmed milk powder alone is sufficient to classify this product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

alaska pollock (fish) (48%)
OK

batter coating*
OK

rapeseed oil. *batter coating (flour (wheat, maize))
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

starch (potato, maize)
OK

salt

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

raising agents ((disodium diphosphates, sodium carbonates) contains wheat)
OK

maize semolina

Coarse flour milled from corn (maize), used as a staple ingredient in dishes like polenta and pasta base.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

mustard

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.

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Common questions about Fish fingers crispy batter

Is Fish fingers crispy batter ultra-processed?

Yes — Fish fingers crispy batter by Birds Eye is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains skimmed milk powder, which has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. In addition, it contains several industrial additives: disodium diphosphates and sodium carbonates (raising agents) and isolated starches. According to the given rules, the presence of skimmed milk powder alone is sufficient to classify this product as 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.