Asda

Corn flakes

Barcode 5054781459132

Yes — Corn flakes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes malted barley extract, which is an industrially processed flavoring extract and considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. Added vitamins and minerals do not make a product ultra-processed on their own, but the presence of malted barley extract is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

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Common questions about Corn flakes

Is Corn flakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Corn flakes by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes malted barley extract, which is an industrially processed flavoring extract and considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. Added vitamins and minerals do not make a product ultra-processed on their own, but the presence of malted barley extract is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

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.