Warburtons

4 Fruity Teacakes

Barcode 5010044001012

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Yes — 4 Fruity Teacakes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients: gelling agent E466 (cellulose gum), emulsifiers E471, E481, E472e, preservative calcium propionate, flour treatment agent E920, and refined palm oil within the vegetable oil blend. These additives and refined palm oil are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour with calcium

A basic flour used as a primary baking ingredient; calcium fortification is common in some wheat flours.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3) and thiamin (vitamin b1)

A combination of vitamins added to foods; could indicate fortified ingredient or supplement.
OK

water

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

dried fruit blend in varying proportions (13%) (currants, sultanas, raisins)
OK

sugar

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

vegetable oil (rapeseed, sustainable palm, sunflower)
OK

salt

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

e466 (carboxymethyl cellulose)

Carboxymethyl cellulose, a thickener/gelling agent used to modify viscosity and texture in processed foods.
UPF

emulsifier e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids)

A common food additive used to stabilize and combine fats and liquids in processed foods.
UPF

e481

An emulsifier additive used in processed foods; typically refers to glycerol esters of fatty acids commonly used to improve texture and stability.
UPF

e472e (esterified mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids)

Food additive in the E472 range, an emulsifier/solubilizer derived from mono- and diglycerides.
OK

soy flour

A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
UPF

calcium propionate

Calcium propionate is a synthetic calcium salt used as a preservative to prevent mold and extend shelf life in baked goods and some dairy products.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c) flour treatment agent

Oxidizing agent used to strengthen dough and whiten flour; a vitamin used as processing aid.
UPF

e920 l-cysteine

A dough conditioner amino acid sometimes derived from plant or animal sources; a processed additive.

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Common questions about 4 Fruity Teacakes

Is 4 Fruity Teacakes ultra-processed?

Yes — 4 Fruity Teacakes by Warburtons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients: gelling agent E466 (cellulose gum), emulsifiers E471, E481, E472e, preservative calcium propionate, flour treatment agent E920, and refined palm oil within the vegetable oil blend. These additives and refined palm oil are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in 4 Fruity Teacakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in 4 Fruity Teacakes as ultra-processed markers: e466 (carboxymethyl cellulose), emulsifier e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), e481, e472e (esterified mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), calcium propionate, e920 l-cysteine. 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.