Asda

Free from Plain Flour Gluten Free

Barcode 5052449010732

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No — Free from Plain Flour Gluten Free is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic flours and starches (rice flour, potato starch, maize flour) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, or flavourings, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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rice flour

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

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

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

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Common questions about Free from Plain Flour Gluten Free

Is Free from Plain Flour Gluten Free ultra-processed?

No — Free from Plain Flour Gluten Free by Asda is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic flours and starches (rice flour, potato starch, maize flour) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, or flavourings, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.