Maple Crest

Pancake Syrup

Barcode 5011273015115

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Pancake Syrup is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an extracted and industrially processed additive used to modify flavour. Under the provided rules, any product containing natural flavouring must be considered UPF. Other ingredients like rice syrup, cane sugar, maple syrup, water, and caramelised sugar syrup are not UPF on their own, but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rice syrup

A traditional sweetener produced by enzymatic processing of rice; used as a carbohydrate source in cooking.
OK

sugar (cane)

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane; a basic sweetener used in foods and drinks.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

maple syrup (5%)
UPF

natural flavouring

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

caramelised sugar syrup (sugar, water)

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Common questions about Pancake Syrup

Is Pancake Syrup ultra-processed?

Yes — Pancake Syrup by Maple Crest is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an extracted and industrially processed additive used to modify flavour. Under the provided rules, any product containing natural flavouring must be considered UPF. Other ingredients like rice syrup, cane sugar, maple syrup, water, and caramelised sugar syrup are not UPF on their own, but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Pancake Syrup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Pancake Syrup as an ultra-processed marker: natural 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?

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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.