Jacob's

Original Mini Cheddars

Barcode 5000168180045

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Yes — Original Mini Cheddars is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), glucose syrup (an industrially extracted refined sugar), malt extract used as a processed flavouring, lactic acid as an added acidulant, and added natural flavourings. The presence of these ultra-processed components classifies the product as a UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A common cereal flour ground from wheat; enriched with added nutrients (calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin).
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

dried cheese (10%) (milk) [dried powdered cheese (milk)
UPF

natural flavouring

A flavoring substance used to impart taste or aroma; likely an additive derived from natural sources. The extra closing bracket in the original name is ignored for description.
OK

sugar

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

glucose syrup

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

salt

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

dried whey (milk)

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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

raising agents

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

see ingredients in bold. may also contain egg
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 Original Mini Cheddars

Is Original Mini Cheddars ultra-processed?

Yes — Original Mini Cheddars by Jacob's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), glucose syrup (an industrially extracted refined sugar), malt extract used as a processed flavouring, lactic acid as an added acidulant, and added natural flavourings. The presence of these ultra-processed components classifies the product as a UPF under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Original Mini Cheddars are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Original Mini Cheddars as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, natural flavouring, glucose syrup, Barley Malt Extract, 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.