Nevill's

Croissants

Barcode 5057967575008

Scanned 25 times by Nomi users

Yes — Croissants is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and di-acetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), a thickener (carboxymethylcellulose), flavouring, and palm fat, all of which fall under NOVA group 4 criteria.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
OK

water

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

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

sugar

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

concentrated butter 3% (_milk_)
OK

yeast

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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
UPF

emulsifiers (mono- and di-glycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and di-glycerides of fatty acids)

A combined entry for emulsifiers, including mono- and di-glycerides and their acetyl tartaric esters; functional food additives used to improve texture and stability in processed foods.
OK

gluten

Protein complex formed from wheat; provides structure and elasticity in doughs; widely used as a food ingredient.
OK

dried skimmed milk

Powdered skimmed (fat-reduced) milk used as a dairy ingredient or in desserts; a basic dairy product.
OK

thickener (carboxymethylcellulose)
OK

coconut oil

Oil pressed from mature coconuts, used for cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

flavouring (contains _milk_)
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

_milk_ proteins
UPF

color (carotenes)

Food colorant derived from carotenes, used to impart or enhance yellow-orange hues in products.
OK

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.

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Common questions about Croissants

Is Croissants ultra-processed?

Yes — Croissants by Nevill's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and di-acetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), a thickener (carboxymethylcellulose), flavouring, and palm fat, all of which fall under NOVA group 4 criteria.

Which ingredients in Croissants are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Croissants as ultra-processed markers: palm fat, emulsifiers (mono- and di-glycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and di-glycerides of fatty acids), color (carotenes). 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.