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50% less fat mature british cheddar

Barcode 5057172404537

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No — 50% less fat mature british cheddar is not ultra-processed.

The only ingredient listed is cheddar cheese (pasteurised milk), which is a basic, traditionally processed dairy product. There are no industrial additives, flavourings, or refined industrial sweeteners, so under NOVA this would not be considered ultra-processed.

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cheddar cheese

A hard, aged cheese made from pasteurized cow's milk, typically with a sharp, creamy flavor and firm texture.

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Common questions about 50% less fat mature british cheddar

Is 50% less fat mature british cheddar ultra-processed?

No — 50% less fat mature british cheddar by Asda is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The only ingredient listed is cheddar cheese (pasteurised milk), which is a basic, traditionally processed dairy product. There are no industrial additives, flavourings, or refined industrial sweeteners, so under NOVA this would not be considered ultra-processed.

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.