Sesame Biscuits

Barcode 5010044011677

Yes — Sesame Biscuits is ultra-processed.

Ultra-processed; best enjoyed occasionally rather than every day.

This appears to be sesame biscuits made primarily from wheat flour, with egg, sugar, rapeseed oil, sesame seeds, and dairy ingredients. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains invert sugar, natural flavouring, milk protein, and emulsifier E471. These are industrially processed ingredients or additives associated with ultra-processed formulations. The product also contains margarine and malted rye flour, which further indicate industrial processing, although the listed pre-identified UPF ingredients are sufficient for the classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (84%)
OK

whole egg (3%)
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

rapeseed oil

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

inverted sugar

A syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose, resulting in a sweeter, more stable sugar syrup often used in baking and confectionery.
OK

sesame seeds (2%)
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

margarine (contains: butter (milk) (7%))
OK

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
OK

salt

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

natural flavouring

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

milk protein

Protein derived from milk (e.g., whey or casein); a processed isolated protein ingredient.
OK

toasted malted rye flour
OK

deactivated yeast (inactive yeast)

Yeast that has been heated or treated to stop fermentation, used as a leavening agent or nutritional supplement without rising.
UPF

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (e471)

An emulsifier derived from fats that helps blend ingredients and improve texture in baked goods, spreads, and confectionery.
OK

colour: beta carotene
OK

suitable for vegetarians

Common questions about Sesame Biscuits

Is Sesame Biscuits ultra-processed?

Yes — Sesame Biscuits is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This appears to be sesame biscuits made primarily from wheat flour, with egg, sugar, rapeseed oil, sesame seeds, and dairy ingredients. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains invert sugar, natural flavouring, milk protein, and emulsifier E471. These are industrially processed ingredients or additives associated with ultra-processed formulations. The product also contains margarine and malted rye flour, which further indicate industrial processing, although the listed pre-identified UPF ingredients are sufficient for the classification.

Which ingredients in Sesame Biscuits are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Sesame Biscuits as ultra-processed markers: inverted sugar, natural flavouring, milk protein, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (e471). 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.