Jacobs

Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers

Barcode 5000137400907

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Yes — Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers is ultra-processed.

The crackers contain palm vegetable oil and glucose syrup, which are ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. They also include barley malt extract, an industrial flavoring extract. These industrial formulations and additives classify the product as an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

flour

Ground milled wheat used as a base flour; commonly enriched with minerals (calcium, iron) and B vitamins (niacin).
OK

thiamine

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

palm oil

Refined vegetable oil extracted from palm fruit; common culinary oil.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

wheat bran

The outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients; used to increase bran content in baked goods.
OK

raising agents

Leavening agents used to make dough rise; commonly consists of ammonium bicarbonate and sodium bicarbonate.
OK

barley and barley malt extract

A malt extract derived from barley; concentrated sweet syrup used for flavouring and browning in baking and brewing.
OK

barley flakes

Barley flakes are rolled barley grains used in cereals and baking. They are a basic cereal grain product.
OK

kibbled rye

Kibbled rye consists of small pieces of rye grain used in breads and cereals.
OK

kibbled wheat

Kibbled wheat is small fragments of wheat grain used in baking and cereals.
OK

salt

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

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
OK

wheat starch

A refined carbohydrate derived from wheat used as a thickener or filler; may trigger gluten allergy.
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain sesame seeds
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

egg

Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
OK

soy

Legume seed used for its beans; common in soy products and as a source of protein and oil.

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Common questions about Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers

Is Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers ultra-processed?

Yes — Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers by Jacobs is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The crackers contain palm vegetable oil and glucose syrup, which are ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. They also include barley malt extract, an industrial flavoring extract. These industrial formulations and additives classify the product as an ultra-processed food.

Which ingredients in Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, glucose syrup. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Choice Grain Multigrain Crackers?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Poppy Seed Sourdough Crackers by Peter’s Yard, Rye Sourdough Crackers by Tesco. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.