Jus-Rol

Shortcrust Pastry Sheet

Barcode 5010084309659

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Yes — Shortcrust Pastry Sheet is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial ingredients/additives characteristic of UPFs, including: emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), natural flavouring, and acidity regulator (citric acid). Palm oil within the vegetable oils and fats blend is also a highly refined oil associated with ultra-processing. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and indicate industrial formulation, so under NOVA this is a UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

_wheat_ flour (contains calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamine)
OK

vegetable oils and fats (palm, rapeseed)
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.
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

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
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

Emulsifier derived from fatty acids used to improve texture, stability, and mouthfeel in foods; commonly added to baked goods, margarine, and processed foods.
UPF

natural flavouring

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

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
UPF

color (carotenes)

Food colorant derived from carotenes, used to impart or enhance yellow-orange hues in products.

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Common questions about Shortcrust Pastry Sheet

Is Shortcrust Pastry Sheet ultra-processed?

Yes — Shortcrust Pastry Sheet by Jus-Rol is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial ingredients/additives characteristic of UPFs, including: emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), natural flavouring, and acidity regulator (citric acid). Palm oil within the vegetable oils and fats blend is also a highly refined oil associated with ultra-processing. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and indicate industrial formulation, so under NOVA this is a UPF.

Which ingredients in Shortcrust Pastry Sheet are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Shortcrust Pastry Sheet as ultra-processed markers: mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, natural flavouring, color (carotenes). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Shortcrust Pastry Sheet?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including All Butter Shortcrust Pastry by Marks & Spencer. 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?

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.