Kellogg

Cornflakes

Barcode 5059319033501

Scanned 34 times by Nomi users

Yes — Cornflakes is ultra-processed.

The product contains malted barley extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA system. Because at least one ingredient is UPF, the overall product is classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

(en) toasted flakes of golden corn fortified with vitamins and iron. ingredients: maize
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
OK

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
OK

vitamin b12. for allergens see ingredients highlighted in bold. may contain gluten from other cereals. best before: see top

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Common questions about Cornflakes

Is Cornflakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Cornflakes by Kellogg is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains malted barley extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA system. Because at least one ingredient is UPF, the overall product is classified as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Cornflakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Cornflakes as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt Extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Cornflakes?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Corn Flakes by M&S. 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.