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Crisp And Nutty Sesame Grissini

Barcode 5000169069158

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

Yes — Crisp And Nutty Sesame Grissini is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and malted wheat flour, which are industrially processed extracts/flours used as flavor enhancers and processing aids. Malted barley extract in particular is explicitly considered an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA-based guidance provided.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
OK

_sesame seeds_ (10%)
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

Concentrated extract derived from barley malt, used as a sweetener or flavoring; common in brewing and baking. It is a processed, concentrated form.
OK

malted wheat flour

Flour made from wheat that has been malted (sprouted and dried), used to provide malt flavor and fermentable sugars.

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Common questions about Crisp And Nutty Sesame Grissini

Is Crisp And Nutty Sesame Grissini ultra-processed?

Yes — Crisp And Nutty Sesame Grissini by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and malted wheat flour, which are industrially processed extracts/flours used as flavor enhancers and processing aids. Malted barley extract in particular is explicitly considered an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA-based guidance provided.

Which ingredients in Crisp And Nutty Sesame Grissini are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Crisp And Nutty Sesame Grissini 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.