Fry light

Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray

Barcode 5000442008003

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Yes — Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier), xanthan gum (a thickener), and natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient). These industrial additives make the product ultra-processed, even though its main ingredient, rapeseed oil, is not UPF by itself.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

rapeseed oil (51%)
OK

water

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

alcohol

A generic alcoholic beverage or ingredient containing ethanol used for flavoring, extraction, or preservation.
UPF

sunflower lecithin

Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

xanthan gum

A polysaccharide used as a thickening and stabilizing food additive produced by bacterial fermentation; widely used in sauces, dressings, and gluten-free products.

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Common questions about Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray

Is Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray ultra-processed?

Yes — Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray by Fry light is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier), xanthan gum (a thickener), and natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient). These industrial additives make the product ultra-processed, even though its main ingredient, rapeseed oil, is not UPF by itself.

Which ingredients in Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray as ultra-processed markers: sunflower lecithin, natural flavouring, xanthan gum. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Mild and light rapeseed oil cooking spray?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil imp by Filippo Berio, Napolina Extra Virgin Olive Oil 500Ml by Napolina. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.