Tesco

Self Raising Flour

Barcode 5057545735299

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No — Self Raising Flour is not ultra-processed.

Ingredient list contains wheat flour with mineral/vitamin fortification and standard chemical leavening agents (calcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, thiamin). These are considered basic ingredients and common baking aids, not industrial flavorings, refined syrups, or texturizing additives, so this does not meet criteria for an ultra‑processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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wheat flour

Ground wheat grain, typically refined into a fine powder and often enriched with minerals (calcium carbonate, iron) and vitamins (niacin).
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thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
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raising agents (calcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate)

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Common questions about Self Raising Flour

Is Self Raising Flour ultra-processed?

No — Self Raising Flour by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredient list contains wheat flour with mineral/vitamin fortification and standard chemical leavening agents (calcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, thiamin). These are considered basic ingredients and common baking aids, not industrial flavorings, refined syrups, or texturizing additives, so this does not meet criteria for an ultra‑processed food under NOVA.

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.