Gressingham

Aromatic half crispy duck

Barcode 5016157078736

Yes — Aromatic half crispy duck is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose syrup (an industrially refined sugar) in the mirin and barley malt extract, which is an industrial flavor enhancer. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the food in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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Common questions about Aromatic half crispy duck

Is Aromatic half crispy duck ultra-processed?

Yes — Aromatic half crispy duck by Gressingham is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose syrup (an industrially refined sugar) in the mirin and barley malt extract, which is an industrial flavor enhancer. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the food in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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.