Roberts bakery

Roberts thick

Barcode 5011579450078

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Yes — Roberts thick is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processing aids: emulsifiers (E472e, E471), and preservative (calcium propionate). These are extracted/industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour (with added calcium, iron, niacin and thiamine)
OK

water

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

salt

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

sustainable soy flour

A finely ground flour made from soybeans, used as a protein-rich ingredient in baking.
UPF

e472e emulsifier (polyglycerol esters of fatty acids)

Emulsifier additive used to improve texture and blend fats and water; a processed polyglycerol ester.
OK

e471 (from sunflower and sustainable palm)
OK

preservative: calcium propionate (to inhibit mould growth)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

ascorbic acid flour treatment agent (vitamin c)

A flour treatment additive (ascorbic acid) used to improve dough strength and loaf volume; also a source of vitamin C.

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Common questions about Roberts thick

Is Roberts thick ultra-processed?

Yes — Roberts thick by Roberts bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processing aids: emulsifiers (E472e, E471), and preservative (calcium propionate). These are extracted/industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Roberts thick are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Roberts thick as an ultra-processed marker: e472e emulsifier (polyglycerol esters of fatty acids). 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.