Honey Oat Cereal

Barcode 5010477369017

Yes — Honey Oat Cereal is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives. Specifically, glucose syrup and flavouring are explicitly considered UPF ingredients under NOVA, as they are industrial formulations used to modify sweetness and taste. In addition, caramelised biscuit pieces are likely to be made with refined flours, sugars, and other processed components, further supporting the UPF classification. While other ingredients like whole grain oats, sugar, banana chips, sunflower oil, honey, and basic raising agents are not UPF on their own, the presence of glucose syrup and flavouring is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

whole grain oats
OK

sugar

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

caramelised biscuit pieces (7%)
OK

banana chips (2%)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

raising agents (sodium bicarbonate, ammonium bicarbonate)

Leavening agents used to make dough rise; typical food additives in baking.
OK

salt

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

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

Common questions about Honey Oat Cereal

Is Honey Oat Cereal ultra-processed?

Yes — Honey Oat Cereal is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives. Specifically, glucose syrup and flavouring are explicitly considered UPF ingredients under NOVA, as they are industrial formulations used to modify sweetness and taste. In addition, caramelised biscuit pieces are likely to be made with refined flours, sugars, and other processed components, further supporting the UPF classification. While other ingredients like whole grain oats, sugar, banana chips, sunflower oil, honey, and basic raising agents are not UPF on their own, the presence of glucose syrup and flavouring is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Honey Oat Cereal are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Honey Oat Cereal as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, flavouring. 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.