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Rosemary crackers by Asda
Asda

Rosemary crackers

Barcode 5057172706181
Scanned  16  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Rosemary crackers is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil) and partially inverted sugar syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup). It also includes unspecified flavourings, which are industrial formulations/additives. Therefore it is classified as UPF.

Ingredients

3 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 (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
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • 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
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • UPF
    autolyzed yeast
    A yeast extract produced by controlled autolysis, commonly used as a flavor enhancer to impart savory, umami notes.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    rosemary (1%)
  • OK
    flavourings (contains wheat)
  • UPF
    partially inverted sugar syrup
    A syrup in which sucrose has been partially inverted into glucose and fructose; produced via acid or enzymatic treatment; used as a sweetener and humectant in foods; typically industrially processed.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    tocopherol-rich extract antioxidant
    A tocopherol-rich extract marketed as an antioxidant, typically derived from vitamin E sources to protect fats and oils from oxidation. It is used as a food additive or ingredient for its antioxidant properties.
  • OK
    sodium carbonate (raising agent)
    Basic leavening agent used to help dough rise; a simple inorganic salt.
  • OK
    onion powder. allergy advice! for allergens
  • OK
    including cereals containing gluten
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold. may also contain rye
  • OK
    barley
    A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
  • OK
    oats and spelt. no artificial colours
  • OK
    flavours or hydrogenated fat

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Common questions about Rosemary crackers

Is Rosemary crackers ultra-processed?

Yes — Rosemary crackers by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil) and partially inverted sugar syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup). It also includes unspecified flavourings, which are industrial formulations/additives. Therefore it is classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in Rosemary crackers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Rosemary crackers as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, autolyzed yeast, partially inverted sugar syrup. 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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