Mr Kipling

8 Angel Slices

Barcode 5000221602644

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — 8 Angel Slices is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup, dextrose, vegetable fat (palm), multiple emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, sorbitan monostearate, polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, soya lecithin, polysorbate 60), stabiliser (xanthan gum), preservative (potassium sorbate), flavourings, and colourings like titanium dioxide. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

vegetable oils (rapeseed)
OK

palm

A basic vegetable fat derived from the fruit of oil palms commonly used as a cooking oil; non-animal, widely used in foods.
OK

wheat flour

Fortified wheat flour, a basic cereal grain flour with added vitamins and minerals (calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin).
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
UPF

glucose syrup

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

humectant (vegetable glycerine)
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

dried egg white

Powdered form of egg white (albumen) used as a protein source and thickener in baking and cooking.
OK

whey powder (_milk_)
UPF

palm oil

A refined fat derived from the fruit of the oil palm, used as a cooking fat and ingredient in foods.
OK

maize starch

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

skimmed milk powder

Dehydrated milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient in foods and beverages.
OK

raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium bicarbonate)

Leavening agents used in baking to produce gas and lift dough.
OK

emulsifiers (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, sorbitan monostearate, polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, _soya_ lecithin, polysorbate 60)
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

salt

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

stabiliser (xanthan gum)

Xanthan gum, a thickening agent used as a stabiliser.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
OK

_milk_ proteins
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

gelling agent (sodium alginate)
OK

colours (titanium dioxide)
UPF

carmine

A red food dye derived from carmine insects (cochineal); considered UPF because it is an extracted coloring additive produced through processing.
OK

lutein
OK

acetic acid

Acetic acid used as acidity regulator or acidulant in foods; a simple, standalone chemical often used in small amounts to adjust pH and flavor.

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Common questions about 8 Angel Slices

Is 8 Angel Slices ultra-processed?

Yes — 8 Angel Slices by Mr Kipling is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup, dextrose, vegetable fat (palm), multiple emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, sorbitan monostearate, polyglycerol esters of fatty acids, soya lecithin, polysorbate 60), stabiliser (xanthan gum), preservative (potassium sorbate), flavourings, and colourings like titanium dioxide. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in 8 Angel Slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in 8 Angel Slices as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, dextrose, palm oil, stabiliser (xanthan gum), potassium sorbate, flavourings, carmine. 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.