Is Tuc Ultra-Processed (UPF)?

Tuc

Barcode 5000168002286

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Yes — Tuc is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm vegetable oil, glucose syrup, barley malt extract (a processed flavor enhancer), and the flour treatment agent sodium metabisulphite. These are industrially processed ingredients and additives that place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

3 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

barley and barley malt extract

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

raising agents

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

dried whole egg

Dried eggs obtained by removing moisture, used as a convenient source of protein and functional binder.
OK

salt

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

flour treatment agent (sodium metabisulphite)

Sodium metabisulphite used as a flour bleaching/stabilizing additive to preserve color and extend shelf life.

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Common questions about Tuc

Is Tuc ultra-processed?

Yes — Tuc by Tuc is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm vegetable oil, glucose syrup, barley malt extract (a processed flavor enhancer), and the flour treatment agent sodium metabisulphite. These are industrially processed ingredients and additives that place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Tuc are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Tuc as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, glucose syrup, flour treatment agent (sodium metabisulphite). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Tuc?

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.

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