Tesco

Croissants

Barcode 5000119155818

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No — Croissants is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains basic foods and standard baking additives only. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavourings, or processed syrups. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the specified NOVA-based rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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wheat flour

Ground wheat; common baking flour. Fortified with calcium carbonate as a mineral supplement. Basic ingredient used for structure in dough.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

butter

Dairy fat produced from churning cream; 18% likely fat content. Traditional food ingredient.
OK

water

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

sugar

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

yeast

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

salt

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

Egg that has been pasteurized for safety. Core animal protein ingredient used in baking.
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ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used as a dough conditioner to strengthen gluten structure in flour.

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Common questions about Croissants

Is Croissants ultra-processed?

No — Croissants by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains basic foods and standard baking additives only. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavourings, or processed syrups. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the specified NOVA-based rules.

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.