Tesco

Rich Tea Biscuit

Barcode 5057373027627

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Yes — Rich Tea Biscuit is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavor enhancer), glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugar syrup), and preservative sodium metabisulphite. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the biscuit in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (with fortifications)

A common cereal flour made from wheat, with added nutrients (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin). Often used as a basic baking ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

barley malt extract

Concentrated extract derived from barley malt, used as a sweetener or flavoring; common in brewing and baking. It is a processed, concentrated form.
OK

raising agents (ammonium bicarbonate, sodium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate)
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

salt

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

preservative (sodium _metabisulphite_)

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Common questions about Rich Tea Biscuit

Is Rich Tea Biscuit ultra-processed?

Yes — Rich Tea Biscuit by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavor enhancer), glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugar syrup), and preservative sodium metabisulphite. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the biscuit in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Rich Tea Biscuit are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Rich Tea Biscuit as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, barley malt extract, glucose syrup. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Rich Tea Biscuit?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Poppy Seed Sourdough Crackers by Peter’s Yard, Rye Sourdough Crackers by Tesco. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.