Abram Lyle & Sons, Lyle, Tate and Lyle

Black Treacle

Barcode 5010115902064

No — Black Treacle is not ultra-processed.

The only ingredient is cane molasses, a traditional minimally processed sugar product similar to treacle, which is not considered an ultra-processed industrial formulation under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cane molasses

A dark, viscous syrup produced from sugar cane during the sugar-making process; used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and cooking.

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Common questions about Black Treacle

Is Black Treacle ultra-processed?

No — Black Treacle by Abram Lyle & Sons, Lyle, Tate and Lyle is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The only ingredient is cane molasses, a traditional minimally processed sugar product similar to treacle, which is not considered an ultra-processed industrial formulation 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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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.