Savory Soya Rusk Mix

Barcode 5031374999060

Yes — Savory Soya Rusk Mix is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including sustainable palm oil (a highly refined oil), methylcellulose (a stabiliser), modified potato starch, and flavourings (contain barley). These industrial additives and refined ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

rusk
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

salt

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

dried soya protein
OK

palm oil

Palm oil derived from the fruit of oil palms, a common edible oil used in cooking and processed foods.
OK

stabiliser (methylcellulose)
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

soya oil
OK

soy flour

A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
UPF

modified potato starch

Starch derived from potatoes that has been chemically or physically modified for functional properties in processed foods.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
UPF

flavourings

A general category of flavor enhancers or aroma compounds; contains barley, implying gluten cross-compatibility concerns.
UPF

beetroot red color

A color additive derived from beetroot used to impart red color to foods; often an extracted pigment or synthetic/colorant added to enhance appearance.

Common questions about Savory Soya Rusk Mix

Is Savory Soya Rusk Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Savory Soya Rusk Mix is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including sustainable palm oil (a highly refined oil), methylcellulose (a stabiliser), modified potato starch, and flavourings (contain barley). These industrial additives and refined ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Savory Soya Rusk Mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Savory Soya Rusk Mix as ultra-processed markers: modified potato starch, flavourings, beetroot red color. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.