Asda

Filo pastry

Barcode 5054781336716

Yes — Filo pastry is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients, including dextrose and preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate), which are classified as UPF ingredients in the NOVA system. Other ingredients (fortified wheat flour, water, sunflower oil, salt) are basic culinary ingredients and do not change the UPF classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

fortified wheat flour (wheat flour)

Wheat flour that has been enriched with vitamins and minerals (e.g., iron, B vitamins).
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (b3) and thiamin (b1)

A combination of B vitamins used for nutrient fortification in foods.
OK

water

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

sunflower oil

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

salt

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate)

Food additives that prevent spoilage by inhibiting mold and bacteria.

Common questions about Filo pastry

Is Filo pastry ultra-processed?

Yes — Filo pastry by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients, including dextrose and preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate), which are classified as UPF ingredients in the NOVA system. Other ingredients (fortified wheat flour, water, sunflower oil, salt) are basic culinary ingredients and do not change the UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Filo pastry are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Filo pastry as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate). 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.