Asda

Sourdough crumpets

Barcode 5057172406418

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — Sourdough crumpets is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial preservatives (calcium propionate, potassium sorbate) and refined additives like spirit vinegar and wheat starch that are used as processing aids, which place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

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 (vitamin b3)

An essential water-soluble B vitamin involved in energy metabolism; often used as a nutrient supplement or fortificant in foods.
OK

thiamin (b1)

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous system function.
OK

water

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

liquid sourdough culture [sourdough culture (wheat)
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

salt

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

wheat starch]
OK

raising agents (diphosphates, sodium carbonates)

Common baking raising agents using phosphate salts and carbonates to release carbon dioxide in doughs and batters.
OK

sugar

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
UPF

preservatives (calcium propionate, potassium sorbate)

Preservatives used in foods to extend shelf life by inhibiting microbial growth. Includes calcium propionate and potassium sorbate, commonly used in breads, dairy, and processed foods. Considered food additives and are often listed in ingredient declarations.

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Common questions about Sourdough crumpets

Is Sourdough crumpets ultra-processed?

Yes — Sourdough crumpets by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial preservatives (calcium propionate, potassium sorbate) and refined additives like spirit vinegar and wheat starch that are used as processing aids, which place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Sourdough crumpets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sourdough crumpets as an ultra-processed marker: preservatives (calcium propionate, potassium sorbate). 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.