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Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps

Barcode 5012121004503

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Yes — Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps is ultra-processed.

Contains palm oil (a highly processed refined oil classified here as UPF), emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), and preservative (calcium propionate), which are industrial additives used to modify texture, shelf life, and stability. Therefore, the product is classified as ultra-processed according to the NOVA-style rules given.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wholemeal wheat flour

A coarse, whole-grain flour ground from the entire wheat kernel, used as a basic baking ingredient.
OK

water

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

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

vegetable glycerol

A humectant derived from glycerol used to retain moisture in foods; a simple, single-ingredient food additive.
OK

raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate)

Raising agents used in baking. Disodium diphosphate is a leavening acid/salt combination; sodium hydrogen carbonate is baking soda, a basic leavening agent.
OK

fortified wheat flour

Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

Emulsifier derived from fatty acids used to improve texture, stability, and mouthfeel in foods; commonly added to baked goods, margarine, and processed foods.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

salt

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

preservative (calcium propionate). wheat starch

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Common questions about Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps

Is Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps ultra-processed?

Yes — Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains palm oil (a highly processed refined oil classified here as UPF), emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), and preservative (calcium propionate), which are industrial additives used to modify texture, shelf life, and stability. Therefore, the product is classified as ultra-processed according to the NOVA-style rules given.

Which ingredients in Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic Piadina 4 Wholeblend Flatbreads with Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Crosta & Mollica, Durum wheat flatbreads by crosta & mollica, Piadina by Crosta & Mollica. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps

Ingredients

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Common questions about Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps

Is Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Wholemeal Tortilla Wraps?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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