Tesco

RED LEICESTER

Barcode 5057753926748

Scanned 22 times by Nomi users

Yes — RED LEICESTER is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains annatto norbixin, a colour additive (an extracted, isolated compound) used for colouring, which falls under NOVA’s definition of industrial additives.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
UPF

annatto, norbixin

Annatto and norbixin are natural food colorants derived from tropical seeds used to impart yellow-orange colours in foods.

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Common questions about RED LEICESTER

Is RED LEICESTER ultra-processed?

Yes — RED LEICESTER by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains annatto norbixin, a colour additive (an extracted, isolated compound) used for colouring, which falls under NOVA’s definition of industrial additives.

Which ingredients in RED LEICESTER are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in RED LEICESTER as an ultra-processed marker: annatto, norbixin. 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.