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Seafood sticks

Barcode 5000436868941

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Yes — Seafood sticks is ultra-processed.

Not an everyday choice; it contains industrial flavourings.

Seafood sticks are ultra-processed because they contain flavourings, which are industrially formulated additives used to provide or modify taste. The product is also a ready-to-eat reconstituted seafood preparation made from surimi and multiple refined starches, but the decisive UPF ingredient is the added flavourings. Carmine and paprika extract are colouring agents; the starches, rapeseed oil, sugar, salt, egg, and basic ingredients are not independently sufficient to classify it as UPF under the stated criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

surimi (45%) [alaska pollock (fish)
OK

and/or hake (fish)
OK

sugar]
OK

water

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

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
OK

potato starch

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

pea starch

Starch extracted from peas; a refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or binder in foods.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

dried egg white (egg white powder)

Powdered form of egg white used as a protein source, leavening aid, and binder in foods.
OK

flavourings (contains crustacean)
OK

dried egg

A dehydrated form of egg used as a dry ingredient in baking and food manufacturing. Made by removing moisture from liquid eggs to extend shelf life and convenience.
OK

colours (carmine, paprika extract)

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Common questions about Seafood sticks

Is Seafood sticks ultra-processed?

Yes — Seafood sticks by tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Seafood sticks are ultra-processed because they contain flavourings, which are industrially formulated additives used to provide or modify taste. The product is also a ready-to-eat reconstituted seafood preparation made from surimi and multiple refined starches, but the decisive UPF ingredient is the added flavourings. Carmine and paprika extract are colouring agents; the starches, rapeseed oil, sugar, salt, egg, and basic ingredients are not independently sufficient to classify it as UPF under the stated criteria.

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.