Tesco

Mince Pies 6 Pack

Barcode 5052909745730

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Yes — Mince Pies 6 Pack is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, palm oil, gelling agent (pectin), flavouring, acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and preservatives such as potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite, and sulphur dioxide. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

mincemeat (49%)
OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

butter (milk) (6%)
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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium bicarbonate)

Leavening agents used in baking to produce gas and lift dough.
OK

mincemeat contains: sugar
OK

apple

A round, sweet to tart fruit with a crisp flesh and edible skin, commonly eaten fresh or used in baking and cooking.
OK

sultanas

Dried seedless grapes; common ingredient in baking and dried fruit mixes.
OK

currants

Small dried berries of certain grape varieties or cultivatedRaspberries? Currants are small dried fruit, commonly red or black, used in baking and cooking.
OK

raisins

Dried grapes, commonly used as a sweet ingredient in baking and snacks; natural, minimally processed fruit product.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

orange peel

Zest or dried peel from oranges, used as flavoring and garnish. Contains oils and aromatic compounds. Food-grade and widely used in cooking and baking.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

ground mixed spice
OK

lemon peel

Zest or dried rind used for flavoring and seasoning.
OK

apricot purée
OK

malted barley

Malted barley is barley that has been soaked, germinated, and dried to convert starches into fermentable sugars. Commonly used in brewing and baking.
OK

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.
OK

citric acid

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

pectin

Natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and confectionery.
OK

preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite, sulphur dioxide)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
OK

allergy advice for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold
OK

also
OK

may contain nuts
OK

suitable for vegetarians nutrition ri for an 100g each mince pie contains (54g) contains typical values ri average adult 8400k

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Common questions about Mince Pies 6 Pack

Is Mince Pies 6 Pack ultra-processed?

Yes — Mince Pies 6 Pack by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, palm oil, gelling agent (pectin), flavouring, acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and preservatives such as potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite, and sulphur dioxide. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Mince Pies 6 Pack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Mince Pies 6 Pack as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, palm oil, glucose-fructose syrup, pectin, flavouring, sodium citrate. 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?

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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.