Doves Farm

Sponge Mix

Barcode 5011766010818

Yes — Sponge Mix is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum, which is an industrially produced thickener/stabilizer additive, fitting NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

buckwheat flour

Flour milled from buckwheat seeds; gluten-free and commonly used in pancakes and baked goods.
OK

raising agents (mono-calcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate) thickener (xanthan gum)

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Common questions about Sponge Mix

Is Sponge Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Sponge Mix by Doves Farm is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum, which is an industrially produced thickener/stabilizer additive, fitting NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

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.