Mini Cheddars

Red Leicester

Barcode 5000168035291

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Yes — Red Leicester is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and processed ingredients including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), maltodextrin and glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugars), emulsifier gum arabic, and added natural flavourings and cheese flavouring. These additives and formulations fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 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.
OK

dried powdered cheese (6%) (milk)
OK

cheddar and red leicester cheese flavouring (milk) [salt
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

dried buttermilk

A dehydrated dairy product derived from cultured buttermilk, used as a milk powder for flavor and texture in foods.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

sugar

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

/ cid (citric acid)
OK

emulsifier (gum arabic)]
OK

glucos syrup
OK

dried whey (milk)

Powdered whey, the liquid whey component dried for use as a dairy protein and flavoring in foods.
OK

barley ma.. fxtract
OK

raising agents (ammenium bicarbonate, sodium bicarbonate)
OK

salt

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

lactic acid

A simple food acidity regulator and preservative derived from fermentation; used to adjust acidity in foods and beverages.
OK

natural flavourings. for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

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OK

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Common questions about Red Leicester

Is Red Leicester ultra-processed?

Yes — Red Leicester by Mini Cheddars is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and processed ingredients including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), maltodextrin and glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugars), emulsifier gum arabic, and added natural flavourings and cheese flavouring. These additives and formulations fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Red Leicester are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Red Leicester as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, natural flavourings, maltodextrin, lactic acid. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.