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Pancakes by Warburtons
Warburtons

Pancakes

Barcode 5010044002293
Scanned  19  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Pancakes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of industrial additives and formulations including: emulsifier E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), preservative E202 (potassium sorbate), raising agent E450 (diphosphates), and golden syrup (an industrially processed inverted sugar syrup). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and indicate an ultra-processed product under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Ground wheat flour fortified with calcium, iron, niacin (B3) and thiamin (B1); a basic cereal ingredient commonly used for baking.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (sunflower and rapeseed in varying proportions)
  • OK
    dried skimmed _milk_ powder
  • OK
    soy flour
    Finely ground soybeans used as a gluten-free flour substitute in baking and sauces.
  • OK
    dried free range whole _egg_
  • OK
    raising agents: e450
  • OK
    e500; golden syrup
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    preservative: e202; emulsifier: e471

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Common questions about Pancakes

Is Pancakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Pancakes by Warburtons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of industrial additives and formulations including: emulsifier E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), preservative E202 (potassium sorbate), raising agent E450 (diphosphates), and golden syrup (an industrially processed inverted sugar syrup). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and indicate an ultra-processed product under NOVA.

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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