Breaded Cod

Barcode 5052109943776

Yes — Breaded Cod is ultra-processed.

This is a breaded cod product. It is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an industrial flavouring additive identified as UPF, and malt flour in the breadcrumbs, an industrially processed extract used to enhance flavour. The product is therefore classified as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cod (fish) (49%)
OK

water

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

breadcrumbs (wheat flour, yeast, salt, sugar, malt flour)
OK

vegetable oil

A basic culinary oil extracted from various plant sources used for cooking and frying.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

salt

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

sunflower oil

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

preservatives (sodium metabisulphite)

Common questions about Breaded Cod

Is Breaded Cod ultra-processed?

Yes — Breaded Cod is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a breaded cod product. It is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an industrial flavouring additive identified as UPF, and malt flour in the breadcrumbs, an industrially processed extract used to enhance flavour. The product is therefore classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in Breaded Cod are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Breaded Cod as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. 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.