Batchelors

Cup a Soup Cream of Mushroom with Croutons 4 Pack

Barcode 5000175409030

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Yes — Cup a Soup Cream of Mushroom with Croutons 4 Pack is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives characteristic of UPFs: glucose syrup (refined sugar syrup), palm oil (highly processed oil), flavourings, yeast extract, barley malt extract (industrial flavor enhancer), and emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. Presence of these UPF ingredients classifies the whole product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

8 ultra-processed markers

OK

ingredients as served (greatest first): water
UPF

glucose syrup

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

shiitake mushroom (2,5%)
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

croutons (i,5%) (wheat flour (with added calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin), palm oil, salt, yeast, antioxidant (rosemary extracts))
UPF

vegetable oils

Basic culinary oils derived from plants; refined palm and sunflower oils are common in cooking and processing.
UPF

mushroom extract

A flavoring extract derived from mushrooms used to impart umami or mushroom notes in foods.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
OK

whole milk

Milk with no or minimal fat removal, commonly used as a dairy beverage and ingredient.
OK

flavourings (contain barley, wheat)
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
UPF

milk protein

Protein derived from milk (e.g., whey or casein); a processed isolated protein ingredient.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
UPF

yeast extract

A savory flavoring derived from yeast; may contain barley and gluten; used as a seasoning and flavor enhancer in foods.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

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

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

Emulsifier derived from fatty acids used to improve texture, stability, and mouthfeel in foods; commonly added to baked goods, margarine, and processed foods.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.
OK

allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold
OK

may also contain celery and soya

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Common questions about Cup a Soup Cream of Mushroom with Croutons 4 Pack

Is Cup a Soup Cream of Mushroom with Croutons 4 Pack ultra-processed?

Yes — Cup a Soup Cream of Mushroom with Croutons 4 Pack by Batchelors is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives characteristic of UPFs: glucose syrup (refined sugar syrup), palm oil (highly processed oil), flavourings, yeast extract, barley malt extract (industrial flavor enhancer), and emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. Presence of these UPF ingredients classifies the whole product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Cup a Soup Cream of Mushroom with Croutons 4 Pack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 8 ingredients in Cup a Soup Cream of Mushroom with Croutons 4 Pack as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, vegetable oils, mushroom extract, milk protein, yeast extract, Barley Malt Extract, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, black pepper 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.