Waitrose

Crisp & Crunchy Breadsticks

Barcode 5000169069141

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Yes — Crisp & Crunchy Breadsticks is ultra-processed.

The product contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer. According to the NOVA guidelines provided, malted barley extract is considered ultra-processed, so any product containing it is classified as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

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

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
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.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

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

malted wheat flour

A refined flour produced from wheat that has been malted to convert starches into fermentable sugars, often used in baking for flavor or texture.

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Common questions about Crisp & Crunchy Breadsticks

Is Crisp & Crunchy Breadsticks ultra-processed?

Yes — Crisp & Crunchy Breadsticks by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer. According to the NOVA guidelines provided, malted barley extract is considered ultra-processed, so any product containing it is classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in Crisp & Crunchy Breadsticks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Crisp & Crunchy Breadsticks as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt Extract. 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.